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Dr. Paul Lewis

Interventional Radiologist

Dr. Paul Lewis is an interventional radiologist and assistant professor with UPMC in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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Ep 453 Thoracentesis Best Practices with Dr. Paul Lewis

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VI Episode #453

Thoracentesis Best Practices

In this episode, Dr. Paul Lewis discusses best practices for thoracentesis. He shares insights on using image guidance, managing complex effusions, and managing complications such as pneumothorax and hemothorax. Dr. Lewis is an interventional radiologist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.

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2025 Chest Tube Placement CPT Code

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How to Prevent Thoracentesis Complications: Pneumothorax, Hemothorax & Re-Expansion Pulmonary Edema

Interventional radiologist Dr. Paul Lewis shares practical strategies to refine the thoracentesis procedure and minimize complications, focusing on imaging guidance, needle placement, and post-procedure techniques to prevent pneumothorax, hemothorax, and re-expansion pulmonary edema.

Best Practices in Thoracentesis Procedure: Steps, Pain Control & Tools

Interventional radiologist Dr. Paul Lewis shares his purview on thoracentesis procedure steps, patient selection, pain management, and equipment analysis.

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