This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: All India exam, Subject name: Surgery
[{'content': 'the above procedure is contraindicated in ? \nSelect and explain. \nA. pleural effusion, B. lung abscess, C. hemothorax, D. hydropneumothorax', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: B \nExplanation: intercostal drainage (chest tube) INDICATIONS * Drainage of a pneumothorax * Under tension * With respiratory distress or failure * With significant emphysema * With failed aspiration or recurrent collapse after aspiration * Drainage of a large haemothorax of pleural effusion * Drainage of an empyema * Prophylactic inseion in a patient with chest injuries, prior to PPV or aeromedical transpo * Pleural lavage (eg rewarming) Contraindications lung abscess * Increased ICP * Unstable head or neck injury * Active hemorrhage or hemoptysis * Recent spinal injury * Rib fracture * Flail chest * Uncontrolled hypeension * Anticoagulation * Thoracic surgeries ref ; bailey and love 27th ed', 'role': 'assistant'}]