Laparotsentez – Ascites puncture – Puncture of the abdominal wall – Paracentesis

Description laparocentesis

Usually, in the abdominal cavity is very little liquid. However, under certain conditions, fluid may accumulate in the peritoneal cavity. This is called ascites. When fluid accumulate a lot, done laparocentesis. To remove accumulated fluid, used needle. Made a puncture of the abdominal cavity, and fluid is pumped.

Reasons for laparocentesis

Laparocentesis do, to find out, for some reason, liquid fills the stomach. Causes may include:

• Bleeding;
• Infection;
• Diseases of the, such, as liver.

This procedure can also be made, when the fluid in the peritoneal cavity:

• Difficulty breathing;
• Painful.

Ascites can be repeated, until the cause is cured. Maybe, will have to undergo the procedure again laparocentesis.

Possible complications of paracentesis

Complications are rare, but no operation does not guarantee their absence. If you plan to do laparocentesis, you need to know about possible complications, which may include:

• Bleeding;
• Infection;
• Accidental puncture of structures in the abdominal cavity.

Factors, that may increase the risk of complications:

• Bleeding;
• Poor diet;
• Pregnancy;
• Filled bladder;
• Infection in the area, which will be introduced a tool for paracentesis.

As held laparocentesis?

Before surgery

Before the surgery, you must pass the following examinations:

• Physical examination;
• Blood tests, to ensure the absence of blood clots;
• Complete X-ray examination;
• Make computed tomography;
• Carry US;
• Go MRI.

If the procedure is scheduled in advance (and not done in severe condition):

• Do not eat or drink for 12 hours before the procedure.
• Before the procedure to empty the bladder.

Anesthesia

The procedure is performed under local anesthesia. During the procedure, there is drowsiness.

Procedure laparocentesis

The procedure is usually done in a doctor's office. In some cases, you may be directed to the operation, before or after this procedure,. If you are already in the hospital for another reason, This procedure does not extend your stay.

In most cases, the patient lies on his back. In some cases, perhaps, will have to take a different position. Place, where the needle will be inserted is cleaned and closed with sterile cloth. We introduce a local anesthetic. The doctor gently inserts a needle into the abdomen. Liquid is removed by syringe.

The amount of fluid removed depends on the condition of the patient. If this is done, to diagnose, the doctor takes a small amount of liquid. If the procedure is carried out for the treatment, the liquid is completely removed.

How long does a hysterectomy?

The operation lasts about 10 – 20 minutes (depending on the amount of liquid removed).

Will it hurt?

At the site of injection needle for a while may feel a slight burning sensation.

Nursing care after surgery

In the hospital

After several hours of treatment, the patient is hospitalized, Status Word for the control of vital functions. If you have problems, the patient is placed on the patient treatment.

Houses

You must perform the following procedures:

• Follow your doctor's instructions;
• Relax on the next day after the procedure.

It is necessary to go to the hospital in case:

• Signs of infection, including the appearance of fever or chills;
• Redness, naʙuxanie, strong pain, excessive bleeding, or the expiration of the liquid from the space paracentesis;
• Pain, does not pass after taking painkillers;
• Cough, breathlessness, feeling weak, or chest pain;
• Swelling of the abdomen.