A Novel Silicone Fixation Dressing: A Possibly Ideal Method for Drainage Tube Fixation

Introduction. Some issues of drainage tube after surgery, such as unplanned extubation and local pain, have been puzzling surgeons. Methods. We designed a product that uses a two-way wrap technique to fix the tube in place, absorption pad to absorb excess fluid spill around the tube and a restickable silicone adhersive property which maintains the adhersive strength of the fixation for at least 10 days. Result. The preliminary clinical studies results showed a possibly better fixation property by giving the drainage tube a firmer hold, easy to use device and a relatively painless noninvasive procedure method as compared to the traditional drainage fixation. Conclusion. The novel silicone fixation dressing has graced surgery with innovation by improving on the flaws associated with the traditional drain fixation. Making it a possibly ideal method for drainage tube fixation and highly recommended for clinical use.