Chest tube

What is it?

For a pneumothorax (collapsed lung) or fluid accumulation around the lungs resulting in oxygen deficiency, we place a thin tube between the ribs (chest drain) to solve these conditions. The drain enables us to completely clear the lungs.

Possible risks

The primary risk is serious bleeding if the artery is accidentally pricked in the space between the ribs.

Centres and specialist areas

Ghent - Intensive Care

Intensive Care, IC

Deinze - Intensive Care

Intensive Care, IC, intensive care

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Latest publication date: 13/08/2024