| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5714576 | International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology | 2017 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
A significant decrease in tube hardness and increased surface heterogeneity were found with dishwashing. The spectral analysis demonstrated increasing fragility. We believe these effects could potentially lead to decreased mechanical safety. With increased surface heterogeneity there is a greater potential for biofilm formation. At this time, dishwashing cannot be recommended as a tracheostomy tube cleaning method.
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Authors
David E. Smolar, Brian Ho, Steven M. Kent, C. Anthony Hughes, Donald Mettenburg, Fredrick A. Rueggeberg, Michael W. Groves,