Tracheostomy tube placement is a commonly performed procedure in the ICU indicated as an alternative method to establish an artificial airway. The decision to insert a tracheostomy tube relies on… Click to show full abstract
Tracheostomy tube placement is a commonly performed procedure in the ICU indicated as an alternative method to establish an artificial airway. The decision to insert a tracheostomy tube relies on a few indications: (1) patients who require a bypass for upper airway obstruction or compromise ( eg ,
               
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