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Ultrasound: After Your Guided Thoracentesis: If you had your procedure in the Radiology department - 08/2023

Ultrasound: After Your Guided Thoracentesis: If you had your procedure in the Radiology department
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Abstract

This handout is for patients who have had a procedure called ultrasound-guided thoracentesis. It includes self-care instructions and activity guidelines, and provides phone numbers to call with questions or concerns.

Author
Radiology/Imaging Services
Publisher
University of Washington Medical Center
Date Published (original date)
2015
Revision Date
08/2023
General Subject
Diagnostic Tests
Patient Care Procedures & Instructions
Specific Subject/Keyword
Radiology
Ultrasound
Languages
English
Record ID
4332