Is Bone Marrow Puncture Harmful To Human Body?

Myelocentesis does no harm to the body. The site of bone marrow puncture is in the iliac bone, which is safe and there is no danger. Generally, the piercing is preceded by an anesthetic injection, so the patient does not feel pain. A few patients will feel slight acid swelling after puncture, which can be relieved after proper rest. There is no need for treatment, and there will be no sequelae. The amount of marrow fluid needed for a bone marrow puncture is only 0.2ml, which is very small. Bone marrow has a strong regenerative capacity, so it will not cause any harm to the body.
2. Adaptive symptoms of myelocentesis. Myelocentesis is mainly used in the differential diagnosis of various types of blood diseases, including leukemia, myelofibrosis, thrombocytopenic purpura, metastatic tumors, etc. Parasitic diseases such as malaria and leishmaniasis can also be detected by bone marrow puncture, as well as those with chronic fever and swollen lymph nodes.
3. Precautions for bone marrow puncture. Before a bone marrow aspiration, you need to prepare for it. To understand the patient's specific condition, and inform the process of testing, content and possible situation. Sterile bone marrow puncture kit, alcohol, iodine, lidocaine, sterile cotton swabs and other instruments should be prepared.