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This research aims to explore chest tube management practices following lung resections in clinical settings.

April 12, 2026Open Access

Chest Tube Management After Lung Resection: A “Real-Life” Scenario

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This research aims to explore chest tube management practices following lung resections in clinical settings.
Analyzed existing practices in chest tube management post-lung resection
Examined case outcomes and complications
Reviewed guidelines and protocols for post-operative care
Identified variations in chest tube management techniques
Noted significant impact on recovery times
Highlighted common complications associated with different practices

Abstract

The Annali Italiani di Chirurgia (ISSN/eISSN: 0003-469X/2239-253X) is the oldest surgical journal in Italy. It covers all aspects of surgery and its allied disciplines, including elective, emergency and experimental surgery, as well as problems involving technology, teaching, organization, and forensic medicine. And all manuscripts published in Annali Italiani di Chirurgia are freely available for reading. Annali Italiani di Chirurgia is currently indexed in MEDLARS and MEDLINE (PubMed), ISI Master Journal List, Science Citation Index Expanded, and Scopus (Elsevier). More information about the Annali Italiani di Chirurgia.

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Valentina Tassi

Roberto Cirocchi

University of Perugia

Mark Ragusa

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Annali Italiani di Chirurgia

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Azienda Ospedaliera S.Maria

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Chest Tube Management After Lung Resection: A “Real-Life” Scenario

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