chest tubes

A form of chest tube — Also 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.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of chest tube
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