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Lung Surgery: Chest Tube | Medical Condition | Medical Knowledge Base

Knowledge Base/Medical Condition/Lung Surgery: Chest Tube

Lung Surgery: Chest Tube

After lung surgery, one or more chest tubes are used to drain fluid and blood out of the chest cavity. The chest tubes also help the lungs refill with air.

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Last updated: Jan 7, 2026

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