Thoracocentesis—also termed pleural tap, thoracic paracentesis, or pleural aspiration—is the percutaneous removal of fluid, air, or other material from the pleural cavity. In the... Continue reading
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Tag: Pleural Effusion
Hemothorax is the accumulation of free blood within the pleural space—the thin cavity between the lungs and the chest wall. In dogs, this condition... Continue reading
A chest radiograph (X-ray) in dogs is a common and invaluable diagnostic imaging technique used by veterinarians to visualize the internal structures of the... Continue reading