CT Guided Aspiration
24 hours
30 minutes
Unilateral
Before the Appoitment, consult interventional doctor. Must be reviewed before procedure: PT/INR,Platelet count, Hemoglobin, Kidney function test (if contrast planned). Fast for 4–6 hours before the scan Post-Procedure Care
Observe for 2–6 hours (depending on procedure).
Stop anticoagulants as per protocol:Warfarin: 3–5 days prior Aspirin/Clopidogrel: 5–7 days (if required) Continue essential medications (consult physician) Premedication if:Contrast allergy (steroids, antihistamines),Anxiety (mild sedatives)
What is CT Guided Aspiration
CT Guided Aspiration Target Fluid Collection or Lesion CT-guided needle aspiration procedure performed to obtain fluid or tissue samples or to evacuate abnormal collections for diagnostic and/or therapeutic purposes.