Novel self-fixation chest drain device tested in a swine model of pneumo-hemothorax.

Introduction: Thoracic injuries account for 20-25% of trauma-related deaths. In cases of pneumothorax the insertion of a chest tube is mandatory but associated with high complication rates particularly when inserted under difficult conditions. The C-Lant is a novel chest-tube insertion device that provides integrated double fixation capabilities and can be used by responders with minimal experience.