Evaluating Improvised Chest Drainage Techniques in Conflict Zones

This study examines the use of improvised chest drainage systems in managing chest trauma at Wad Madani Teaching Hospital, a low-resource and conflict-affected setting. Due to a shortage of standard chest tubes and underwater seal systems, healthcare providers have adapted by using nasogastric (NG) tubes as chest drains and IV drip sets as makeshift underwater seals. The study aims to evaluate the safety, effectiveness, and feasibility of these improvised methods compared to traditional chest drainage techniques. Primary outcomes will include lung re-expansion success, infection rates, and hospital stay length. By assessing patient outcomes, this study seeks to determine if these adapted techniques can provide a viable alternative for trauma care in resource-limited settings, potentially guiding practices in similar environments globally.