MeisterMed

Procedures - Lumbar Puncture

Application Description

Procedures - Lumbar Puncture is a multimedia guide to everything you need to know about performing lumbar puncture.

Developed by MeisterMed and procedural training expert, Joseph Esherick, M.D., it is the perfect tool for medical students, residents, and practicing physicians.

Procedures: Lumbar Puncture is one of the 15 hospital-based procedures included in Procedures: Hospital Collection - now available in the App Store.

Content includes: indications for diagnostic and therapeutic LP, contraindications, required equipment, complications, and coding.

It also includes a detailed step-by-step description of the technique and assistance with deciding who does and does not need a CT scan before the spinal tap.

Best of all, the App includes a high-resolution, narrated video demonstrating the proper technique for performing lumbar puncture.

Please note that this App is intended for medical professionals and does not substitute for clinical training and experience. It is not appropriate for use by non-medical personnel.

Latest Update

- High resolution color images added - Frequently asked questions (FAQ) section added - Optimization of video