Routine X-Ray Not Needed After US-Guided Central Line Insertion
There was a low risk of pneumothorax and catheter misplacement after a ultrasound-guided procedure.
Pneumothorax
Chest Tube Placement vs Needle Aspiration for Spontaneous Pneumothorax
Both chest tube placement and needle aspiration were considered acceptable treatments for primary spontaneous pneumothorax.
Drainage Duration, Length of Hospital Stay With Different Pneumothorax Treatments
Treatment with a small pigtail catheter may shorten the drainage duration and length of hospital stay in patients with spontaneous pneumothorax.
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