Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Pigtail catheter drainage is commonly performed for pleural effusion drainage. It should be noted that if the catheter is not connected to a closed system such as a chest bottle, outside air may enter; causing iatrogenic pneumothorax.
Source: Respirology Case Reports
DOI: 10.1002/rcr2.70315
Authors: Jaejun Jeong, Min Kyun Kang
Institutions: Inje University, Inje University Haeundae Paik Hospital
Language: English
Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,130
OpenAlex ID: W4413110227