00522 Anesthesia clsd ch procedures needle biopsy pleural
Also known as: pleural biopsy anesthesia, chest needle biopsy anesthesia
Anesthesia for closed chest procedures involving needle biopsy of the pleura. Covers anesthesia for percutaneous pleural biopsy performed with image guidance or blind technique.
Clinical Context
Used when providing anesthesia for needle biopsy of the pleura, typically indicated for evaluation of pleural effusions of unknown etiology, suspected mesothelioma, or pleural metastatic disease. Often performed under ultrasound or CT guidance.
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