Removal of chest tube using stomadhesive.
This simple method for removal of a chest tube allows a single operator to achieve a good seal upon completion of the maneuver. It has been a reliable and safe procedure in our hands. Patient tolerance of this uncomfortable procedure is enhanced by the rapid sealing and dressing of the wound in one step.
D002266:Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium; D004338:Drug Combinations; D005780:Gelatin; D006801:Humans; D007440:Intubation / Q000379:methods*; D008747:Methylcellulose / Q000031:analogs & derivatives; D010368:Pectins; D011090:Polyenes; D013909:Thorax; D014014:Tissue Adhesives
D004338:Drug Combinations; D011090:Polyenes; D014014:Tissue Adhesives; C012044:stomadhesive; D010368:Pectins; D005780:Gelatin; D008747:Methylcellulose; D002266:Carboxymethylcellulose Sodium