title: An alternative method for securing suction drains.
abstract: A reliable method of securing suction drain tubing is presented. It ensures that the tubing lies flat on the skin and runs in the direction the surgeon wishes. The method uses an adhesive tape (Elastoplast) 'flag' on the tubing.
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Ysbyty Glan Clwyd, Rhyl, North Wales.
authors.forename: D T
authors.initials: DT
authors.lastname: Falconer
mesh_terms: D001458:Bandages; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D006801:Humans; D013396:Suction / Q000295:instrumentation*; D013499:Surface Properties; D013536:Suture Techniques