Morbidity and respiratory outcomes in infants requiring tracheostomy for severe bronchopulmonary dysplasia
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DOI: 10.1002/ppul.25455
Abstract: The decision for tracheostomy for bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) is highly variable and often dictated by local practice. We aimed to characterize morbidity, mortality, and respiratory outcomes in preterm infants undergoing tracheostomy for severe BPD. read more here.
Keywords: bronchopulmonary dysplasia; tracheostomy severe; tracheostomy; respiratory outcomes ... See more keywords
Tracheostomy in the COVID-19 pandemic
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DOI: 10.1007/s00405-020-05982-0
Abstract: Purpose The role of tracheostomy in COVID-19-related ARDS is unknown. Nowadays, there is no clear indication regarding the timing of tracheostomy in these patients. Methods We describe our synergic experience between ENT and ICU Departments… read more here.
Keywords: tracheostomy; covid pandemic; tracheostomy covid; laryngology ... See more keywords
Indications and timing for tracheostomy in patients with SARS CoV2-related
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DOI: 10.1007/s00405-020-06068-7
Abstract: Background The indications and timing for tracheostomy in patients with SARS CoV2-related are controversial. Purpose In a recent issue published in the European Archives of Otorhinolaryngology, Mattioli et al. published a short communication about tracheostomy… read more here.
Keywords: timing tracheostomy; sars cov2; indications timing; tracheostomy ... See more keywords
The impact of tracheostomy timing on clinical outcomes and adverse events in intubated patients with infratentorial lesions: early versus late tracheostomy
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DOI: 10.1007/s10143-020-01339-7
Abstract: We evaluated the association between the timing of tracheostomy and clinical outcomes in patients with infratentorial lesions. We performed a retrospective observational cohort study in a neurosurgical intensive care unit (ICU) at a tertiary academic… read more here.
Keywords: infratentorial lesions; clinical outcomes; late tracheostomy; tracheostomy ... See more keywords
Tracheostomy in Critically Ill Children-Bypassing the Hurdle and Running into More!
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DOI: 10.1007/s12098-021-03716-6
Abstract: The indications for tracheostomy in critically ill children are two-fold: emergent, to relieve upper airway obstruction and elective, for those requiring prolonged mechanical ventilation. In the latter group, tracheostomy tube (TT) has several advantages which… read more here.
Keywords: ill children; ventilation; tracheostomy; critically ill ... See more keywords
A Single Center Experience of Pediatric Tracheostomy
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DOI: 10.1007/s13312-018-1449-3
Abstract: The feasibility and safety of pediatric tracheostomy care at home by parents is challenging. Many physicians are not confident of sending tracheostomized children home. We describe our experience with 12 children who underwent tracheostomy and… read more here.
Keywords: single center; home; center experience; tracheostomy ... See more keywords
Are there variations in timing to tracheostomy in a tertiary academic medical center?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2020.01.035
Abstract: BACKGROUND It is unclear what drives variation in timing to tracheostomy among different patients. METHODS Age, ethnicity, admission service, and income were retrospectively collected for patients undergoing tracheostomy in a Level 1 trauma center from… read more here.
Keywords: age ethnicity; variations timing; timing tracheostomy; time tracheostomy ... See more keywords
Suspension laryngoscopy-assisted percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.anorl.2020.06.024
Abstract: We describe an endoscopic-guided, suspension laryngoscopy-assisted percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy technique, which can be performed by all otolaryngologists and is suitable for any patient requiring tracheostomy. It can be performed in the context of elective surgery… read more here.
Keywords: dilatational tracheostomy; percutaneous dilatational; tracheostomy; suspension laryngoscopy ... See more keywords
TRACHEOSTOMY TRAINING AND TROUBLESHOOTING: A PANDEMIC EDUCATIONAL EFFORT
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DOI: 10.1016/j.chest.2021.07.1281
Abstract: TOPIC: Education, Research, and Quality Improvement TYPE: Original Investigations PURPOSE: The unprecedented COVID 19 pandemic has contributed to an increase in patients with respiratory failure many of which are requiring tracheostomy. As a result, the… read more here.
Keywords: knowledge; web response; tracheostomy; test ... See more keywords
Coblation of suprastomal granulomas in tracheostomy-dependent children.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2017.03.004
Abstract: OBJECTIVE Suprastomal granulomas pose a persistent challenge for tracheostomy-dependent children. They can limit phonation, cause difficulty with tracheostomy tube changes and prevent decannulation. We describe the use of the coblator for radiofrequency plasma ablation of… read more here.
Keywords: dependent children; suprastomal granulomas; granulomas tracheostomy; tracheostomy ... See more keywords
Novel use of lip balm under tracheostomy ties to prevent skin irritation in the pediatric patient.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2020.110280
Abstract: OBJECTIVES To study the effectiveness of lip balm in reducing skin irritation and preventing pressure induced injury in tracheostomy dependent children. METHODS The skin of tracheostomy patients presenting to a pediatric otolaryngology clinic over a… read more here.
Keywords: balm; tracheostomy; lip balm; skin irritation ... See more keywords