Lumbar puncture

Miles S. Ellenby; Ken Tegtmeyer; Susanna Lai; Dana A V Braner

Lumbar puncture

Miles S. Ellenby, Ken Tegtmeyer, Susanna Lai, Dana A V Braner

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Abstract

Lumbar puncture is indicated for both diagnostic and therapeutic reasons. Knowledge of the contraindications, the pertinent anatomy, and the methods to minimize the risk of complications is necessary for the safe and efficient performance of lumbar puncture. This procedure video demonstrates how to perform a lumbar puncture.

Original language	English (US)
Journal	New England Journal of Medicine
Volume	355
Issue number	13
State	Published - Sep 28 2006

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General Medicine

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