Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
---|---|---|---|---|
4171702 | Paediatric Respiratory Reviews | 2006 | 6 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryTracheostomy involves the surgical formation of a stoma between the trachea and the skin. It is classically thought of as a treatment to alleviate airway obstruction; however, its clinical applications are varied and include long-term ventilatory support, being an aid in pulmonary toilet and use as a covering procedure during airway surgery. In this article, we review the surgical aspects of tracheostomy, including preoperative considerations, tracheostomy tube choice, operative technique and postoperative complications. Postoperative care of the child with a tracheostomy will also be discussed.
Keywords
Related Topics
Health Sciences
Medicine and Dentistry
Perinatology, Pediatrics and Child Health
Authors
Lesley-Ann Cochrane, C. Martin Bailey,