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Paracentesis: a new needle for an old technique.

S Boccia1, V Rollo, L Accorsi

  • 1Servizio di Gastroenterologia ed Endoscopia Digestiva Arcispedale S. Anna, Ferrara.

Endoscopy
|March 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary

A new sterile needle makes paracentesis faster and safer. This device was used in 30 patients to drain ascitic fluid without serious complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Devices
  • Gastroenterology
  • Interventional Procedures

Background:

  • Paracentesis is an increasingly common medical procedure.
  • There is a need for improved safety and efficiency in paracentesis.
  • Current methods may present challenges in speed and patient comfort.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a novel sterile, disposable needle designed for paracentesis.
  • To assess the safety and efficacy of the new device in a clinical setting.
  • To determine if the device can expedite the paracentesis procedure.

Main Methods:

  • A new sterile, disposable, and painless needle was designed.
  • The device was utilized for paracentesis in a cohort of 30 patients.
  • Procedures were monitored for duration and any adverse events.

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Main Results:

  • The novel needle facilitated paracentesis in 30 patients.
  • An average of 6,000 cc of ascitic fluid was extracted per patient.
  • The average procedure time was approximately 120 minutes.
  • No serious complications were reported during the study.

Conclusions:

  • The designed needle offers a safe and effective method for paracentesis.
  • The device potentially improves the speed and safety of ascitic fluid removal.
  • This innovation may enhance patient care during paracentesis procedures.