Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Spinal Puncture

Tapping fluid from the subarachnoid space in the lumbar region, usually between the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

Structured Summary

Abstract

Tapping fluid from the subarachnoid space in the lumbar region, usually between the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae.

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Synonyms

11 entry terms
  • Lumbar Puncture
  • Spinal Tap
  • Lumbar Punctures
  • Puncture, Lumbar
  • Puncture, Spinal
  • Punctures, Lumbar
  • Punctures, Spinal
  • Spinal Punctures
  • Spinal Taps
  • Tap, Spinal
  • Taps, Spinal

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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  2. E01w.370.376.700w
  3. E02w.800.779w
  4. E04w.074w.790w
  5. E04w.665.700w
  6. E05.200.998w.054w.790w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Spinal Puncture. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D013129. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D013129
  2. Spinal Puncture. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lumbar_puncture
  3. Spinal Puncture. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q719444