MEDICAL INFO
C-Lant Drainage Port: A Global Game Changer in Thoracic Trauma Management
Thoracic trauma is the #1 cause of accidental death, comprising 20–25% of all traumas worldwide and contributing to 25%-35% of trauma-related mortality. With over 17 million cases annually (WHO), thoracic trauma is a critical global health issue, especially in military settings, where it accounts for 9%-20% of all injuries. The main types of thoracic trauma—blunt (e.g., motor vehicle collisions, falls) and penetrating (e.g., stabbing, gunshots)—can be fatal if not immediately identified, treated, and reassessed for effective management in the hospital.
Golden Hour:
Concept is crucial in trauma care: a casualty has an 80% chance of survival if evacuated to a suitable medical facility within one hour.
However, while 80% of thoracic trauma cases are managed with tube thoracostomy, there are significant
Challenges in treatment, including
Operator Dependent Procedure:
Requires a highly skilled physician.
Limited Pre-Hospital/Ambulance Services:
Not widely available outside hospital settings.
Time-Consuming:
Risk of losing the critical "Golden Hour."
Challenging Suture Fixation:
Difficulties in securing the chest tube.
Tube Occlusion:
Caused by kinking, angulation, clots, debris, or lung tissue.
Chest Drain Dislodgement:
Risk of the tube coming out.
Air Leakage:
Compromises treatment effectiveness.
Infections:
Increased risk of complications.