How To Care for Your Jackson-Pratt Drain

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This video describes how to use your Jackson-Pratt drainage system. It shows how to milk the tubing of your drain and empty the drainage bulb. It also shows how to record the amount of fluid collected in the bulb. Read Caring for Your Jackson-Pratt Drain for more information about how to use and care for your Jackson-Pratt drainage system.

If you have questions or concerns, contact your healthcare provider. A member of your care team will answer Monday through Friday from to Outside those hours, you can leave a message or talk with another MSK provider. There is always a doctor or nurse on call. If you’re not sure how to reach your healthcare provider, call 212-639-2000.
If you have questions or concerns, contact your healthcare provider. A member of your care team will answer Monday through Friday from to Outside those hours, you can leave a message or talk with another MSK provider. There is always a doctor or nurse on call. If you’re not sure how to reach your healthcare provider, call 212-639-2000.

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How To Care for Your Jackson-Pratt Drain - Last updated on June 22, 2023
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