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Tube Thoracostomy
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2023
Source: Rachel Liu, BAO, MBBCh, Emergency Medicine, Yale School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut, USA Tube thoracostomy (chest tube placement) is a procedure during which a hollow tube is inserted into the thoracic cavity for drainage of fluid or air. Emergency chest tube insertion is performed for definitive treatment of tension pneumothorax, traumatic hemothorax, large-volume pleural effusions, and empyemas. Irrespective of the cause of air and fluid accumulation in the pleural space, the...
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Laparoscopic Radical Gastrectomy for Remnant Gastric Cancer
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2025
Laparoscopic radical gastrectomy for remnant gastric cancer has been increasingly adopted as a minimally invasive surgical approach in recent years. This article proposes a detailed operating procedure, aiming to provide practical technical guidance for surgeons and promote the broader adoption of laparoscopic surgery in managing remnant gastric cancer.
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Manual Drainage of the Zebrafish Embryonic Brain Ventricles
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2012
We present a method to collect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and to create a system which lacks CSF within the embryonic zebrafish brain ventricular system. This allows for further examination of CSF composition and its requirement during embryonic brain development.
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Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass Procedure: A Bariatric Surgical Procedure for Gastric Resectioning in Murine Model
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2025
This video describes a bariatric surgery-Roux-en-Y procedure. This involves the cutting of the jejunum- the middle portion of the intestine- to generate two intestinal limbs. The biliary limb is attached to the existing intestinal loop and the alimentary limb is attached to the stomach, creating a gastric bypass. The gastric bypass created here helps to decrease the nutrient uptake and efficiently reduces body weight.
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Acid Mine Drainage
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2026
Mining activities that disturb sulfide-rich rocks, particularly those containing pyrite (FeS₂), initiate a cascade of geochemical and microbiological processes with serious environmental implications. When exposed to air and water, pyrite undergoes oxidation, releasing sulfate, ultimately forming sulfuric acid and mobilizing heavy metals into surrounding water systems. This phenomenon, known as acid mine drainage (AMD), results in low pH waters laden with toxic elements that threaten aquatic...
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Gravity drainage allows stomach contents to flow without an applied pressure source, whereas regulated suction actively supports removal through a connected system. The selected approach can influence how continuously fluid and gas are removed. Clinicians must monitor tube output and patency with either method, because changes in drainage can affect gastrointestinal management and fluid-balance assessment.
Correct positioning supports access to the stomach, while patency allows fluid and gas to pass through the device. Ongoing clinical monitoring is important because displacement or blockage may reduce drainage and limit the intended benefit. Monitoring also helps clinicians identify concerns such as tissue irritation or aspiration during continued use.
When intestinal obstruction or postoperative ileus interferes with normal gastrointestinal emptying, stomach contents and gas may accumulate. Removing this material can reduce distension and may help relieve nausea and vomiting. Drainage also supports clinical assessment of gastrointestinal function while the underlying condition is being evaluated and managed.
The tube is introduced through either the nose or mouth and advanced into the stomach. After placement, clinicians monitor its position and maintain tube patency while using gravity drainage or connecting the device to regulated suction. The drainage setup must be observed clinically so that removal of stomach contents remains controlled and appropriate.
Observing the amount and character of drainage helps clinicians follow how much stomach fluid and other contents are being removed. This information contributes to fluid-balance monitoring and provides context for assessing gastrointestinal function. Output trends must be considered alongside tube position, patency, symptoms, and the patient’s clinical condition rather than viewed in isolation.
Clinical use may be considered when normal stomach emptying is impaired, including intestinal obstruction, postoperative ileus, or other gastrointestinal conditions. The technique can support decompression, reduce distension, and help manage nausea or vomiting. It may also provide information while clinicians assess gastrointestinal function and monitor the response to ongoing care.