A needle puncture into the pleural space in the chest cavity for fluid removal is known as a:

The procedure described involves accessing the pleural space in the chest cavity to remove fluid, which is specifically referred to as thoracentesis. This is a medical procedure commonly performed to relieve symptoms associated with pleural effusion—a condition where excess fluid accumulates in the pleural space—allowing for both diagnostic testing and therapeutic intervention.

In thoracentesis, a needle is inserted through the chest wall into the pleural space, and fluid is withdrawn. This procedure is essential in evaluating and treating various medical conditions affecting the lungs and pleural cavity. It is typically guided by imaging techniques such as ultrasound to ensure accuracy and minimize risk.

Other terms mentioned refer to different procedures: laparotomy involves an incision into the abdominal cavity, venipuncture pertains to the puncture of a vein for blood sampling or intravenous access, and bronchoscopy is a procedure used to visualize the airways using a scope. Each of these procedures has its own specific indications and does not involve the pleural space or fluid removal in the manner that thoracentesis does.