Cisternal puncture

A puncture cistern is a special type of puncture of the knee joint, which is performed to remove excess fluid from the synovium of the joint. This is a procedure that may be necessary in the treatment of certain joint and bone diseases. In this article we will look at what a cistoral puncture is, what are the indications for this procedure, how it is performed, and what results it gives.

Indications for the procedure

Cystoral puncture is prescribed in a number of cases, for example, in case of severe pain, hyperemia, or limited joint mobility after injury or illness. The manipulation will allow you to get rid of excess fluid, which interferes with the normal functioning of the joint and can lead to inflammation. It can also help in diagnosing various joint pathologies.

Stage 1: Procedure for receiving puncture assistance

Receiving puncture assistance involves two stages. The first includes:

1. The patient lies on his back on a table with his legs up. When inserting a puncture device into a joint, you must ensure that the needle hits the joints of the hip or knee, and not the popliteal bend. 2. Ultrasound is used to accurately place the needle. 3. The needle is inserted into