Thoracic Catheter
Item Name Code (INC) 38945
Additional Information for Thoracic Catheter
A thoracic catheter is a medical device used to drain fluid or air from the chest cavity. It is inserted through the chest wall into the pleural space, which is the space between the lungs and the chest wall. The catheter is typically connected to a drainage system that allows the fluid or air to be collected and removed.
Thoracic catheters are commonly used in the treatment of conditions such as pleural effusion (excess fluid in the chest cavity), pneumothorax (collapsed lung), or hemothorax (blood in the chest cavity). They can also be used during certain surgical procedures, such as thoracic surgery or cardiac surgery, to drain fluid or air that may accumulate in the chest.
The catheter itself is a flexible tube made of medical-grade materials, such as silicone or polyurethane. It is available in different sizes and lengths to accommodate various patient needs. The catheter is typically inserted using a technique called thoracentesis, which involves numbing the area with local anesthesia and then inserting the catheter through a small incision in the chest wall.
Once the catheter is in place, it is secured to the skin using sutures or adhesive dressings. The drainage system is then connected to the catheter, allowing the fluid or air to be collected and removed. The drainage system may include a collection chamber, a one-way valve to prevent backflow, and a suction device to assist with drainage if necessary.
It is important to note that the use of a thoracic catheter should be performed by trained medical professionals, as it requires knowledge of proper insertion techniques and monitoring of the drainage process.
Related Item Names for INC 38945 Thoracic Catheter
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