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PIGTAIL CATHETER

• A pigtail catheter is a thin, flexible tube with a coiled tip, resembling a pigtail, used to drain fluids or air from body cavities. It's a less invasive alternative to traditional chest tubes, often employed in cases of pneumothorax (collapsed lung) or pleural effusions (fluid buildup in the lung cavity). The coiled tip helps secure the catheter's position and facilitates drainage, while its smaller size and flexibility can minimize patient discomfort and complications
• Pigtail catheters are primarily used to drain fluids (like blood or pus) or air (like in a pneumothorax) from various body spaces, including the pleural space (between the lung and chest wall) and the abdomen.

• Compared to larger chest tubes, pigtail catheters are inserted using a smaller incision and often guided by imaging techniques (like ultrasound or CT scans), making the procedure less traumatic for the patient.
• Benefits include reduced pain and discomfort, faster recovery times, and fewer complications compared to traditional chest tubes.
• Besides pleural drainage, pigtail catheters can be used in other areas, such as urinary drainage, abscess drainage, and even for certain vascular procedures.