Paracentesis is a medical procedure that involves puncturing a body cavity, typically the abdomen, to remove fluid for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. The term combines Greek roots and is used in clinical practice; it is pronounced with careful syllable timing to reflect its technical nature. It is an expert-level noun often discussed in surgical or radiology contexts.
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1:04Meniscectomy
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1:03Myomectomy
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1:04Oophorectomy
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1:21Pancreaticoduodenectomy
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1:07Paracentesis
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1:17Peritoneal Dialysis
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1:06Sclerotherapy
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1:17Tonsillectomy
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1:04Tracheostomy
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1:08Ureteroscopy
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