The effectiveness of small-bore intercostal catheters versus large-bore chest tubes in the management of pleural disease with the systematic review of literature

Conclusions: In well-supervised tertiary hospital setting, SB ICCs are as effective as LB ICTs with better patient tolerance, reduced dwell time, and reduced likelihood for surgical intervention.

Source: Lung India - May 3, 2020 Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Sumit Mehra Subash Heraganahally Dimitar Sajkov Sharon Morton Jeffrey Bowden Source Type: research