When do I Change a Pleurevac Canister?

Know when to change the Pleurevac

When it is:

  1. Full
  2. Cracked
  3. Tipped (see below)

When to change the canister 1

When to change the canister 5

In these examples, measurements are difficult to accurately record, and may delay removal and keep patients in the hospital longer.

When in doubt, change it out.