Lumbar Puncture: What to expect and how to prepare - 08/2023

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Lumbar Puncture: What to expect and how to prepare

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Abstract

This handout explains a lumbar puncture, also called a spinal tap. It includes how to prepare, what to expect during and after the exam, and how to get the test results.

Author

Radiology/Imaging Services

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2015

Revision Date

08/2023

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General Subject

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Therapeutic Procedures

Specific Subject/Keyword

Radiology

Spinal Cord

Spinal Puncture

Languages

English

Record ID

4323