Abstract
We describe an improved technique for pleural drain insertion during cardiovascular procedures performed through a median sternotomy. Benefits of this technique include less patient discomfort, optimal drain geometry, and reduced risk of pneumothorax on drain removal.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 503-505 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Journal of Cardiovascular Surgery |
Volume | 35 |
Issue number | 6 |
State | Published - 1 Dec 1994 |
Keywords
- Cardiac surgery
- Chest tube
- Pleural drain
- Technique