Closed-Tube Thoracostomy -- A New Technique Using a Disposable Surgical Trocar and Sleeve.

Autor: Shaikh, Khaleel A., Cilley Jr., Jonathan H., DelRossi, Anthony J.
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Zdroj: Vascular Surgery; May1990, Vol. 24 Issue 4, p261-264, 4p, 2 Diagrams
Abstrakt: Closed-tube thoracostomy is usually the only surgical procedure needed in 85% to 90% of thoracic trauma patients. Every primary care physician should be familiar with the techniques of chest tube insertion. In performing closed-tube thoracostomy, many techniques have been used. A new safe, quick, and easy method of performing closed-tube thoracostomy using a disposable surgical trocar and sleeve is presented. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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