Digital or Traditionnal : A comparative analysis of drainage Medical Devices for post-Lung resection in Cancer

<bold>Abstract</bold> <bold>Introduction:</bold> Air leaks represent one of the most frequent complications after chest Surgery and Lung resections. It management depends of different mesures , team experiences and sometimes in medical materiel available to use. This comparative analysis aims to explore and evaluate various drainage medical devices used in the post-lung resection setting, considering factors such as efficacy, safety, and patient comfort in presence of the same Team and mesures. <bold>Materials and methods:</bold> It’s a descriptive retrospective study of all patients operated in 6 months for lung resection and their post-operative management by the same team with digital and traditional drainage devices. <bold>Results:</bold> Monitoring involves a collaborative effort among interns, nurses, and the responsible surgeons. Removal decisions are based on discussions, considering an ideal scenario of zero air leakage, liquid drainage below 250 cc in 24 hours, and a front chest X-ray demonstrating optimal lung re-expansion without visible air or fluid accumulation. Remarkably, 86% of patients express very positive postoperative care experiences with the digital device, and over 90% prefer it over traditional device. These findings highlight a high degree of patient satisfaction and suggest a successful adaptation to the digital drainage system. <bold>Conclusion:</bold> The evolution in postoperative management, focusing on digital drainage solutions, aims to enhance patient comfort and precision in clinical data following lung resection for cancer. By replacing traditional devices with innovative technology, this transition signifies a significant step towards improving postoperative care standards and patient experience.