Jackson-Pratt drain
Jackson-Pratt Drain
The Jackson-Pratt Drain (pronounced: JAK-suhn PRAT drain), often abbreviated as JP Drain, is a closed-suction medical device that is commonly used to remove fluids that build up in areas of the body after surgery.
Etymology
The device is named after its inventors, Dr. Frank E. Jackson and Dr. Clifford S. Pratt, who developed the drain in the late 20th century.
Description
The Jackson-Pratt Drain consists of a flexible rubber tube that is connected to a plastic bulb. The tube is inserted into the area where fluid has accumulated, and the bulb is used to create a vacuum that sucks the fluid out. The bulb is then emptied and the process is repeated until the fluid is no longer accumulating.
Usage
The Jackson-Pratt Drain is used in a variety of surgical procedures, including abdominal surgery, mastectomy, orthopedic surgery, and plastic surgery. It is particularly useful in situations where fluid accumulation could interfere with healing or cause discomfort to the patient.
Related Terms
- Closed-Suction Drain: A type of drain that uses a vacuum to remove fluid.
- Surgical Drain: A general term for devices used to remove fluid from the body after surgery.
- Abdominal Surgery: Surgery performed on the organs inside the abdomen.
- Mastectomy: A surgical procedure to remove one or both breasts, usually performed to treat breast cancer.
- Orthopedic Surgery: Surgery performed on the musculoskeletal system.
- Plastic Surgery: Surgery performed to repair or reconstruct physical defects.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Jackson-Pratt drain
- Wikipedia's article - Jackson-Pratt drain
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