What is colpocentesis?

Answer 1

The insertion of a long needle attached to a syringe through the back wall of the vagina to gain access to the peritoneal cul-de-sac (the area between the uterus and the rectum) to drain fluid.

Answer 2

Colpocentesis, also known as culdocentesis, is a medical procedure that involves inserting a needle into the space behind the vagina (cul-de-sac) to obtain fluid for diagnostic purposes, such as checking for infections or detecting abnormal fluid buildup. It can be used to help diagnose conditions like ectopic pregnancy or pelvic inflammatory disease.