Fig. 7From: An easier and safe affair, pleural drainage with ultrasound in critical patient: a technical noteA The pigtail is passed over the guidewire, making sure that the last side hole is within the pleural space. Remove the guidewire, leaving the pigtail catheter in place. After the guidewire has been removed, the drain is connected to the drainage system. B Suture the pigtail to the chest wall in a manner similar to conventional chest tubesBack to article page