Main types, application conditions, and standards of thoracic drainage tubes in peacetime and wartime: An expert consensus
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Thoracic drainage plays a crucial role in both peacetime and wartime clinical medicine, serving as an indispensable method for treating thoracic diseases and managing trauma patients. Whether in routine medical care or in the complex situations of war or military operations, thoracic drainage is essential. This expert consensus aims to clarify the primary uses and appropriate patient populations for different types of thoracic drainage tubes, providing healthcare professionals with a systematic guide for the correct selection and application of drainage tubes in various scenarios, thereby optimizing treatment outcomes. We emphasize the need to establish specific rapid response mechanisms to meet the urgent medical demands of wartime, ensuring timely and effective thoracic drainage even in resource-limited situations. Furthermore, innovation in new technologies and materials is also key to advancing thoracic drainage techniques.
Source: Perioperative Precision Medicine
Authors: Wangzheqi Zhang, Chenglong Zhu, Xingzhi Liao, Feixiang Wu, Hui Chen, Wenyun Xu, Jinlong Qu, Miao Zhou, Jinfei Shi, Liangqing Lin, Shengyun Cai, Wenchao Gao, Hua Tang, Ying Huang, Zui Zou
Language: English
Subfield: Pulmonary and Respiratory Medicine
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W6977713479