Both physicians and surgeons insert chest drains by various techniques-including Seldinger and "wide-bore" methods. The indications include hemothorax, pneumothorax, pleural effusion, and postoperative care in thoracic surgery. Given their invasive nature, there is significant potential for complications; however, this can be minimized by following a meticulous technique, which is herein described for both Seldinger and "wide-bore" drain insertion.
Keywords: Best practices; Chest tubes; Procedure; Thoracic surgical; Training.
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