Although it was first described over 100 years ago,lumbar puncture is
still an important diagnostic tool for a variety of infectious and
noninfectious neurologic conditions.With the widespread use of this
common and relatively safe performed medical procedure, minor and major
complications can occur even when standard infection control measure
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