Name: Chest Tube:Chest Tube Size 16
Brand: Cavash Medical Supplies Ltd
Rating: 4.6 (5 reviews)

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A chest tube, also known as a thoracostomy tube, is a flexible, sterile tube used to drain air, fluid, or pus from the pleural space in the chest. A size 16 chest tube refers to a tube with a diameter of 16 French (Fr), a measurement system where 1 French equals approximately 0.33 millimeters in diameter. Therefore, a size 16 chest tube has an outer diameter of about 5.3 millimeters. Size 16 chest tubes are typically used in pediatric patients or in adults for specific indications where a smaller diameter tube is sufficient, such as draining air in cases of pneumothorax or managing small pleural effusions. These tubes are inserted through a small incision in the chest wall and connected to a chest drainage system to facilitate the removal of air or fluid, allowing the lung to re-expand and improving the patient's breathing. Chest tubes are essential in treating various thoracic conditions, providing effective drainage and helping prevent complications such as respiratory distress and infection. Proper selection of chest tube size is crucial for ensuring effective treatment and patient comfort.

Chest Tube:Chest Tube Size 16

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