Drain Usage in Head and Neck Surgery: A National Survey of Thirty-five Surgeons across Ten Units
Ir Med J
; 111(10): 839, 2018 12 06.
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ABSTRACT
Introduction Drain usage is commonplace in head and neck surgery. There is an increasing body of literature disputing their routine placement in certain procedures. The aim of this study is to explore modern-day practice in terms of drain usage and the use of haemostatic agents. Methods A simple questionnaire was devised and sent to 35 ENT Surgeons across 10 units nationally. Results There was an overall response rate of 77.1% (n=27). There was considerable heterogeneity amongst surgeons in terms of indication for insertion, how the decision is made to remove the drain and if any alternative/adjunctive haemostatic agents are being used. Discussion The management of drains is poorly defined and guidelines are lacking. With increased pressure on resources, the risk of infection and discomfort to the patient, further reflection is required to evaluate if careful patient selection rather than habitual drain insertion in every case is more appropriate.
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01-internacional
Base de dados:
MEDLINE
Assunto principal:
Drenagem
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Cirurgiões
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Utilização de Procedimentos e Técnicas
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Cabeça
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Pescoço
Tipo de estudo:
Guideline
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Qualitative_research
País/Região como assunto:
Europa
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Ir Med J
Ano de publicação:
2018
Tipo de documento:
Article