The surgical puncture of the cul-de-sac for removal of fluid is called ________.

Cul-de-sac

A blind alley or dead-end street, but in anatomy, it refers to a sac- or pouch-like cavity or space that is closed at one end.

Puncture

The act of making a small hole in something, often for medical reasons such as to draw blood or administer medication.

Surgical

Related to or used for medical operations that involve cutting into the body to treat diseases or injuries.