Comparison of Chest Tube Wound Closure: Comparison Between Purse String Method and Plug Method.

This prospective, comparative clinical study evaluates two techniques of chest tube wound closure-purse-string suture and the simple suture/plug method-to determine differences in cosmetic outcomes, wound complications, and overall patient satisfaction following chest tube removal. The study aims to identify the closure technique that provides optimal wound healing with fewer postoperative complications.

NCT Number	NCT07319572
Lead Sponsor	Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences
Conditions	Pneumothorax, Hemothorax, Chest Tube, Chest Tube Removal, Purse String, Plug Method
Enrollment	246 participants
Start Date	2026-01-01
Primary Completion	2026-12-31 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-12-31 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-01-06