It shows the structure of the Arrow-Headed Needle (chan zhen), one of the ancient 'Nine Needles' (jiu zhen) of acupuncture. It has a relatively large head, with a sharp tip. It is 1.6 cun [Chinese ...

A surgical incision (thoracostomy) or needle decompression through the chest wall rapidly treats these conditions. Resuscitation of patients in traumatic cardiac arrest focuses on treating common and ...

We describe a case and—for the first time to the authors’ knowledge—provide video documentation of successful bedside needle decompression of the orbit. A 51-year-old Hispanic man presented with acute ...

Attempted decompression of the chest by needle thoracocentesis and subsequent introduction of a chest drain caused gastric perforation, requiring repair at laparotomy. It is suggested that if needle ...