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Thoracentesis.

J R Stewart, M G Sarr

    Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics
    |October 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    The Intracath technique for thoracentesis, enhanced with side holes and water seal drainage, improves safety and allows complete pleural space evacuation. This method is safe and effective for thoracentesis and chemical pleurodesis.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical procedures
    • Pulmonology
    • Thoracic surgery

    Background:

    • Thoracentesis is a procedure to remove fluid from the pleural space.
    • Previous methods had limitations in safety and completeness of fluid removal.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe an improved technique for thoracentesis using the Intracath system.
    • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of this enhanced method.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilized the Intracath technique for thoracentesis.
    • Incorporated a catheter with added side holes.
    • Implemented a water seal drainage system.

    Main Results:

    • The enhanced technique improved the safety and ease of performing thoracentesis.

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  • Complete evacuation of the pleural space was achieved.
  • The method demonstrated safety and utility over six years of clinical application.

    • Conclusions:

    • The modified Intracath technique with side holes and water seal drainage offers a safe and effective approach to thoracentesis.
    • This method facilitates complete pleural fluid removal and is suitable for occasional chemical pleurodesis.