I frequently get asked about the best way to secure a chest tube once it’s inserted. So here’s a video demonstrating how I do it. httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v2y-g0RAImw In summary: Thick (1/0 or 2/0) silk sutures grip the tube better and are easier to...
Once a chest tube is in, people tend to switch off, thinking the hardest part is done, and I often see people grab a roll of Sleek tape and wrap it firmly around the connection between the chest tube and the chest drain tubing. The risk with this is that the tubing...
We’ve started a new YouTube channel to bring you some trauma education in video format. And what better way to start than with a little “testimonial” video from people who’ve done the course. If you were wondering if the ETM Course is worth...