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Chapitres
- 00:05Introduction
- 00:39Identifying Anatomical Structures and Skin Sterilization
- 01:30Arthrocentesis Needle Insertion
- 02:09Needle Removal
- 02:36Results: Complete Aspiration of Synovial Fluid from Knee
- 03:30Conclusion
Here the protocol describes arthrocentesis of the knee, a procedure in which a needle is inserted into the knee joint, and synovial fluid is aspirated. Synovial fluid may be removed for testing to determine the nature of the knee effusion. Arthrocentesis of the knee is typically performed with the patient supine.
