CT GUIDED PLEURAL TAP (THERAPEUTIC)
Also Known As:
CT Guided Thoracentesis
CT Guided Pleural Aspiration
Image-Guided Pleural Tap
CT Guided Pleural Tap (Therapeutic) is a minimally invasive procedure where CT imaging guides a needle to drain excess fluid from the pleural cavity. It helps relieve symptoms of breathlessness, diagnose pleural effusions, and manage infections, malignancy, or other fluid accumulations with precision and minimal complications.
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CT imaging-guided pleural fluid aspiration
Drain pleural fluid, relieve symptoms, aid diagnosis, manage effusions
Pleural cavity around the lungs
Ionizing radiation (CT scan used for guidance)
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It is a procedure guided by CT imaging to drain excess fluid from the pleural space (around the lungs) for relief of symptoms or therapeutic purposes.
Doctors recommend it to relieve breathlessness, chest discomfort, or pleural effusion caused by infection, heart failure, tumors, or other conditions.
Yes, it is generally safe and precise. Risks include bleeding, infection, or injury to nearby organs, which are uncommon when performed under CT guidance.
You may be asked to fast for a few hours, stop certain medications like blood thinners, and remove jewelry or clothing over the chest. The doctor will provide detailed instructions.
The procedure typically takes 15–30 minutes, including setup and post-procedure observation. Most patients can go home the same day.
CT GUIDED PLEURAL TAP (THERAPEUTIC)
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