Chest tube (peds)
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This page is for pediatric patients. For adult patients, see: chest tube
Indications
See chest tube
- Ventilation
- Signs of tension pneumothorax
- >20% pneumothorax
Sizing
- Chest tube size = 4 x ET
- See critical care quick reference for size by weight
Cautions
- Avoid midclavicular approach because of risk of future breast deformities