A paracentesis may be performed at an emergency room if necessary. Blood tests may be administered before a paracentesis. A patient's blood pressure should be monitored during a paracentesis. Paracentesis is a procedure to remove fluid that has collected in the abdomen. A doctor will have to perform a paracentesis differently on a pregnant patient.
Definition of abutting. : that abuts or serves as an abutment : adjoining, bordering.
Definition of abutment. 1  1 : the place at which abutting occurs. 2  2 : the part of a structure (such as an arch or a bridge) that directly receives thrust or pressure.