⚠️ In persistent air leak, more suction is not always better. Excessive suction can increase flow across the defect and delay healing. Use the least suction necessary to maintain pleural apposition.
Read more in the #BJAEd: www.bjaed.org/article/S205...
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Image of map of London, pinning to London's Major Trauma System. Text on image says: St. George's, King's College, St. Mary's, Tactical Operations Centre and Royal London.
Image of Alison being treated at King's College Hospital.
Image of Alison and her partner Nick holding hands and walking post surgery.
🚨🎢 “Alison needs an urgent #ChestDrain. Without it, she could have a #CardiacArrest.”
Dr Lala, Major Trauma Consultant at King's, treating her patient, who suffered a severe head injury after a fairground ride malfunctioned.
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📅 8 October
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📢 Registration is NOW OPEN for the chest drain insertion course! This popular day sells out every year so don’t miss out!
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