title: A simplified technique for closing thoracostomy incisions.
abstract: A technique for closure of chest tube incisions is presented. This procedure is simple to perform with an excellent cosmetic result and a reliable prevention of air entry.
authors.affiliation: Department of Surgery, Division of Thoracic Surgery, University of Dentistry and Medicine of New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, New Jersey, USA. bernard.vasseur@umdnj.edu
authors.forename: Bernard G
authors.initials: BG
authors.lastname: Vasseur
mesh_terms: D015505:Chest Tubes; D020878:Device Removal / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013907:Thoracostomy / Q000379:methods*