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.
Publication types
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Clinical Trial
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Comparative Study
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Controlled Clinical Trial
MeSH terms
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Chest Tubes* / adverse effects
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Drainage / methods
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Humans
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Internal Mammary-Coronary Artery Anastomosis*
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Intraoperative Care / methods
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Pain, Postoperative / prevention & control
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Pneumothorax / prevention & control
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Postoperative Complications / prevention & control
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Sternum / surgery*
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Thoracostomy / methods