Abstract
Alternative Approach to Removal of a Retained Chest Tube
Highlights
Closing a thoracotomy incision requires closure of the chest wall with re-approximation of the ribs and intercostal spaces using a large caliber needle with sturdy absorbable suture
When a chest tube cannot be removed, most often due to a suture through the tube, it typically results in the patient returning to the operating room for an additional procedure
Given the relative size of the needle, the chest tube may inadvertently be caught while suturing the chest wall
Summary
Conflict-of-interest statement: The author(s) declare(s) that there is no conflict of interest regarding the publication of this paper. Received: August 26, 2019 Revised: October 19, 2019 Accepted: October 21, 2019 Published online: November 24, 2019
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