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What is the definition or description of: joint fluid aspiration?
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Joint fluid: A joint fluid aspiration is a minor procedure when a sterile needle is inserted into the knee joint and fluid is removed for either diagnostic testing or to relieve pressure from the joint.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Fluid from a joint: Aspiration is draining fluid from a joint.
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