This prospective randomized multicenter study is intended to investigate tolerance and effectiveness of thoracic drainage conducted by Seldinger technique with small drains, or by a surgical-like technique with large armed drains, in intensive care units patients.
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Composite criteria of major and minor complications related to chest drainage
Timeframe: ICU discharge up to 6 months