A narrow tube is inserted into the subarachnoid space in the lumbar part of the back during a lumbar puncture.
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A lumbar puncture was performed which showed hemorrhagic cerebrospinal fluid ( CSF ) with a pressure of 500 mm of water.
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In any case, computed tomography of the brain is often performed prior to lumbar puncture if an intracranial mass is suspected.
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Their origin from misplaced skin remnants is demonstrated by spinal epidermoid cysts arising from skin fragments introduced inadvertently during lumbar puncture.
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If a lumbar puncture is performed, it will show normal cerebral spinal fluid and cell counts but an increase in pressure.
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If MRI is negative, lumbar puncture with cerebrospinal fluid ( CSF ) cytology should be performed to further rule out CNS disease.
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Repeated lumbar punctures are regarded as unpleasant by patients, and they present a danger of introducing spinal infections if done too often.
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The main reason for a lumbar puncture is to help diagnose diseases of the central nervous system, including the brain and spine.
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This is done by obtaining a sample of cerebrospinal fluid, most commonly via a procedure called a lumbar puncture or spinal tap.
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For the analysis of cerebrospinal fluid, a patient has a lumbar puncture performed, which collects some of his or her cerebrospinal fluid.
