chest tube
chest tube · chest tubes
Also known as chest drain, thoracic catheter, tube thoracostomy, or intercostal drainAlso known as chest drain, thoracic catheter, tube thoracostomy, or intercostal drain. A tube inserted into the chest with the purpose of allowing the removal of air or fluid from the pleural cavity.
Meaning
1 sensesAlso known as chest drain, thoracic catheter, tube thoracostomy, or intercostal drain. A tube inserted into the chest with the purpose of allowing the removal of air or fluid from the pleural cavity.
Translations
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plural: chest tubes| Singular | chest tube |
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