Corrugated drain

The corrugated drain is designed as a flexible, grooved tube. The longitudinal grooves on its surface help with better drainage of fluids and keep the tissues stable and in place. Drains are typically placed near the surgical site, and their ends extend outside the body, connecting to a bag to collect the accumulated fluids.

Corrugated drains are available in various types, depending on the surgical needs, and are used in two main categories:

Simple Corrugated Drain: This type works without any suction or negative pressure system and is used for surgeries with minimal fluid drainage. It relies on gravity to remove fluids from the body.

Vacuum Corrugated Drain: This type connects to a suction device and uses negative pressure to provide faster and more efficient fluid drainage. It is suitable for heavier surgeries with larger fluid drainage, such as abdominal and thoracic surgeries.

Corrugated drains come in different sizes, chosen based on the amount of fluid to be drained and the area of surgery. Smaller sizes are used for minimal fluid drainage and smaller, delicate tissue areas, while larger sizes are used for larger surgeries with greater fluid accumulation.

Applications of Corrugated Drains:

General Surgery: To drain fluids from surgical areas and prevent infection.
Thoracic Surgery: To drain blood and fluids from the chest cavity after heart and lung surgeries.
Orthopedic Surgeries: To control bleeding and drain accumulated fluids from surgical sites.

Due to its grooved and flexible design, the corrugated drain facilitates fluid flow and reduces the chance of the drainage passage becoming blocked. Along with better fluid management and infection control, it provides increased patient comfort and aids in faster recovery.

The corrugated drain is an essential and efficient tool in surgery and post-surgery care. With its various types and sizes, it meets the different needs of surgeries. By effectively draining fluids and preventing their accumulation, it helps prevent infection and speeds up the healing process, making it a vital tool in medical and surgical equipment.