Blake Chest Tube: Definitive Guide For Drainage In Respiratory Conditions
A Blake chest tube is a medical device used to drain fluid or air from the pleural space surrounding the lungs. It is commonly used in respiratory conditions such as pneumothorax, hemothorax, pleural effusion, and empyema. Insertion involves needle placement, guidewire insertion, and tube insertion. Complications include pneumothorax, bleeding, infection, and pain. Proper management includes…