T-Binder
T Binder · T-Bandage · Single T-Binder · Double T-Binder
A cloth or elastic belt that goes around the waist, with one tail (single T) or two tails (double T) sewn to it. The tails pass between the legs and fasten to the belt in front, usually with Velcro.
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What it does, the lengths it comes in and what experienced techs know about it.
What it’s for
Holds a perinealper-ih-NEE-ulHaving to do with the perineum, the area between the genitals and the anus.Full entry pad or a rectalREK-tulRelating to the rectum, the last part of the large intestine; also, given or measured through the rectum.rect/o rectum, straight-al relating toFull entry or perineal dressing in place after surgery. Goldman lists a T-binder or a sanitary napkin belt with the perineal pad for vaginal and gynecologygy-nuh-KOL-uh-jeeThe branch of medicine that cares for the female reproductive organs and breasts.gynec/o woman-logy study ofFull entry cases (including D&C, pelvic exenteration and female cystectomy), and a T-binder or scrotumSKROH-tumThe pouch of skin and muscle that holds the testicles.Full entry support to hold bulky dressings after penile and scrotal surgery.
Lengths and variants
Single T-binder (one tail), used for women; double T-binder (two tails), used for men.
What experienced techs know
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- Goldman MA. Pocket Guide to the Operating Room. 3rd ed. Chapter 18 (Gynecologic and Obstetric Surgery), p. 283, 330, 341
- Goldman MA. Pocket Guide to the Operating Room. 3rd ed. Chapter 19 (Genitourinary Surgery), p. 367, 401
- OpenStax. Clinical Nursing Skills. Chapter 8.3 (Wound Management), p. 277
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