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spinal tap

spinal tap A spinal tap is an invasive medical procedure in which a hollow needle is placed through the lower back between the vertebrae to reach the space around the spinal cord.

A spinal tap is an invasive medical procedure in which a hollow needle is placed through the lower back between the vertebrae to reach the space around the spinal cord. It is done to collect cerebrospinal fluid or to deliver medication.

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