Tracheostomy: Basic information - 12/2009

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Tracheostomy: Basic information

Abstract

This flyer explains the tracheostomy procedure, where an opening is made in the trachea (windpipe), and related care issues.

Author

Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery Center

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

1999

Revision Date

12/2009

General Subject

Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders

Respiratory Disorders

Specific Subject/Keyword

Trachea

Tracheostomy

Languages

Chinese

English

Korean

Russian

Spanish

Vietnamese

Record ID

2940