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Use of Autosuture Surgiport for pleural drain insertion
P J Galloway1, P M King, P Freeland
1St John's Hospital, Howden, Livingston, West Lothian, UK.
Injury
|September 1, 1993
Summary
Complications from tube thoracostomy (pleural drain insertion) can reach 10%. This study describes a safer, efficient technique using the Autosuture Surgiport to reduce risks.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic surgery
- Medical devices
- Surgical techniques
Background:
- Tube thoracostomy, or pleural drain insertion, carries a significant risk of serious complications, affecting up to 10% of patients.
- Existing methods for pleural drain insertion may be associated with procedural difficulties and adverse events.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe a novel and safe technique for tube thoracostomy.
- To evaluate the efficiency and safety of using the Autosuture Surgiport for pleural drain insertion.
Main Methods:
- A description of the technique for tube thoracostomy utilizing the Autosuture Surgiport device.
- Procedural steps and device application for efficient and safe pleural drain placement.
Main Results:
- The described technique using the Autosuture Surgiport facilitates safe and efficient tube thoracostomy.
- Potential reduction in complication rates associated with pleural drain insertion.
Conclusions:
- The Autosuture Surgiport offers a safe and efficient method for performing tube thoracostomy.
- This technique may help mitigate the risks of serious complications associated with pleural drain insertion.