Use of endoscopic trocar | 合法醫療器材資訊網

由IWaksman著作·1999·被引用15次—Theuseofendoscopictrocar-cannulaeforchest-tubeinsertionisasafe,simple,andeffectivetechniqueformanagementoftraumaandotherdiverse ...

Background: The insertion of a chest drain into the pleural space is a common procedure used for treatment in various intrathoracic abnormalities. Recently, a new technique for chest-tube insertion for pleural cavity drainage, using the disposable endoscopic trocar-cannula, was described for the treatment of some pathologic conditions.

Methods: In a prospective study, we used this technique in the treatment of patients with chest trauma, spontaneous and iatrogenic pneumothorax, and various kinds of pleural effusion.

Results: One hundred twelve patients were treated by using the endoscopic trocar-cannula for tube insertion into the pleural cavity. Among them, 39 patients were ...