Comprehensive Review of Chest Tube Management: A Review.
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DOI: 10.1001/jamasurg.2021.7050
Abstract: Importance Thoracostomy, or chest tube placement, is used in a variety of clinical indications and can be lifesaving in certain circumstances. There have been developments and modifications to thoracostomy tubes, or chest tubes, over time,… read more here.
Keywords: review; chest tubes; chest tube; tube management ... See more keywords
Reply to the comments of Dr Fayssoil
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DOI: 10.1007/s10877-019-00427-4
Abstract: We thank Dr Fayssoil for his interest in our recently published study on diaphragm evaluation using echo. While we acknowledge the clinical relevance of the three questions raised, this study was not designed, nor was… read more here.
Keywords: reply comments; diaphragmatic function; chest tubes; comments fayssoil ... See more keywords
Chest tubes: importance of connecting the dots for students using simulation and theory
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DOI: 10.1016/j.teln.2020.03.006
Abstract: Abstract Chest tube management is a complex skill requiring thorough respiratory system knowledge. Literature suggests experiential learning activities can be helpful, but there is a lack of evidence supporting the use of simulation to improve… read more here.
Keywords: examination; theory; tube simulation; simulation ... See more keywords
Chest Tubes: Generalities.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.thorsurg.2016.08.001
Abstract: Insertion, management, and withdrawal of chest tubes is part of the routine activity of thoracic surgeons. The selection of the chest tube and the strategy for each of these steps is usually built on knowledge,… read more here.
Keywords: tubes generalities; chest tubes;
PS01.192: ROUTINE CHEST X-RAY AFTER REMOVAL OF CHEST TUBES IS NOT NECESSARY DURING THE POSTOPERATIVE COURSE OF ESOPHAGECTOMY
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DOI: 10.1093/dote/doy089.ps01.192
Abstract: Chest X-rays (CXRs) are commonly performed after removing chest tubes post-esophagectomy. However, literature on cardiopulmonary surgical patients suggests that a CXR might safely be reserved for patients who develop clinical respiratory signs or symptoms. Omitting… read more here.
Keywords: cxr; chest; removal; chest tube ... See more keywords
The 35-mm rule to guide pneumothorax management: Increases appropriate observation and decreases unnecessary chest tubes
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DOI: 10.1097/ta.0000000000003573
Abstract: INTRODUCTION Axial imaging has allowed for more precise measurement and, in-turn, more objective guidelines related to the management of traumatic pneumothoraces (PTXs). In 2017, our trauma center used a guideline to observe any PTX ≤35… read more here.
Keywords: unnecessary chest; guideline; chest tubes; management ... See more keywords
Variation in nurse self‐reported practice of managing chest tubes: A cross‐sectional study
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DOI: 10.1111/jocn.14127
Abstract: AIMS AND OBJECTIVES To reveal nurses' self-reported practice of managing chest tubes and to define decision-makers for these practices. BACKGROUND No consensus exists regarding ideal chest-tube management strategy, and there are wide variations of practice… read more here.
Keywords: decision; management; practice; chest tubes ... See more keywords
Comparison between small-bore catheters and large-bore chest tubes for the management of complicated paraneumonic pleural effusion.
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DOI: 10.1183/13993003.congress-2018.pa888
Abstract: Introduction: There are different drainage systems and bores avalaible for the treatment of complicated paraneumonic pleural effusion (CPPE), but there is not a clear consensus on the optimal size of the chest tubes to be… read more here.
Keywords: bore; complicated paraneumonic; pleural effusion; chest tubes ... See more keywords
Active clearance vs conventional management of chest tubes after cardiac surgery: a randomized controlled study
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DOI: 10.1186/s13019-021-01414-0
Abstract: Background Chest tubes are routinely used after cardiac surgery to evacuate shed mediastinal blood. Incomplete chest drainage due to chest tube clogging can lead to retained blood after cardiac surgery. This can include cardiac tamponade,… read more here.
Keywords: surgery; tube; chest; cardiac surgery ... See more keywords
The management of chest tubes after pulmonary lobectomy-driven by dogma or by science?
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DOI: 10.21037/jtd.2018.10.47
Abstract: The management of chest-tubes after lobectomy varies widely, with differing practices between centers and even between physicians practicing within the same center. It is one of those areas in thoracic surgery that has largely been… read more here.
Keywords: tubes pulmonary; management chest; dogma; chest tubes ... See more keywords