Trauma in a Flash: Needle Thoracostomy

In this episode of Trauma in a Flash, Dr. Joseph Sucher, MD reviews a common airway and breathing emergency-tension pneumothorax. Dr. Sucher provides an overview of what a tension pneumothorax is, the complications it brings, and the signs/symptoms. Dr. Sucher also reviews the procedures for placing a chest tube catheter, along with some of his personal tips and tricks for successful placement!