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Brachial Artery Catheterization in Swine
Published on: March 30, 2019
First Hands-On Experience with the Application of a Newly Designed Double-Branched Thoracic Catheter for Thoracic
1Ortenau Klinikum Offenburg, Thoraxchirurgie, Standort Ebertplatz, Offenburg, Germany.
Abstract:
Background We investigated the technical handling of a y-shaped double-branched thoracic catheter with the aim of combining the effect of two separate catheters and the ease of use of a single one. Methods A total of 20 catheters were placed consecutively in 20 patients. Results In all patients, it was technically simple to position the catheter, whether in open or video-assisted surgery. The handling during removal corresponded to that of a single drain. Conclusion This type of drain appears to hold a lot of potential compared with the use of a single drain. Further studies with defined and larger patient populations should be performed.
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