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Preventing Bleeding Complications Of Paracentesis Using Point-Of-Care Ultrasound: An N-Of-1 Case Study, Adam Karevoll, Willie Talbert, Christopher J. Smith
Preventing Bleeding Complications Of Paracentesis Using Point-Of-Care Ultrasound: An N-Of-1 Case Study, Adam Karevoll, Willie Talbert, Christopher J. Smith
Graduate Medical Education Research Journal
Abdominal paracentesis is a common bedside procedure, and the advent of point-of-care ultrasound has provided an opportunity to reduce the associated risks. Multiple society guidelines now recommend both site and vascular marking to avoid potential complications. This case illustrates the importance of vascular marking specifically to avoid damage to adjacent blood vessels.