Publications by authors named "Colin Wei Chang Tan"
Background: Thoracentesis and tube thoracostomy are common procedures with bleeding risks, but existing guidelines may be overly conservative. We reviewed the evidence on the safety of thoracentesis and tube thoracostomy in patients with uncorrected coagulopathy.
Research Question: Is it safe to perform thoracentesis and tube thoracostomy in patients with uncorrected coagulopathy?
Study Design And Methods: This systematic review was performed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis guidelines.