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Tube thoracostomy is the insertion of a tube ( chest tube ) into the pleural cavity to drain air , blood , bile , pus , or other fluids.Whether the accumulation of air or fluid is the result of rapid traumatic filling with air or blood or an insidious malignant exudative fluid , placement of a chest tube allows for continuous , large volume drainage ...
The decision to place a chest tube. is based on the patient's underlying pulmonary condition as well as the amount of air or fluid in the pleural space. The goals of chest tube drainage are to: â¢ Remove the fluid and/or air as quickly as possible. â¢ Prevent drained air and/or fluid from re-entering the chest cavity.