39+ Lumbar Puncture Anatomy
39+ Lumbar Puncture Anatomy. Lumbar puncture is a procedure that is often performed in the emergency department to obtain relevant anatomy. Lumbar puncture, however, still plays a critical role in both pediatric medical diagnosis and relevant deep anatomy.
Lumbar puncture, also referred to as lp or colloquially as a spinal tap, is the insertion of a needle into the subarachnoid space of the lumbar spine.
Suspicion of subarachnoid hemorrhage (sah). What are lumbar puncture positions. Ultrasound guidance for lumbar puncture is most beneficial in patients who have had multiple failed attempts and those with abnormal spinal anatomy, such as scoliosis. The needle should be inserted into the l3/4 space.
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