This blog discusses the preparation needed prior to a tracheostomy procedure. In this previous blog, an overview of the tracheostomy procedure and the reasons or indications for it was discussed. done. In this current blog, I will discuss how the patient is being prepared for surgery. These preparations will be discussed in the context where the tracheostomy is […]
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A tracheostomy is a procedure where you put a hole (-stoma) into the windpipe (trachea). This procedure essentially transfers the breathing of the patient from the nose and mouth, to the front neck. This usually done when there is blockage of the airway, or a reduction in its function of the breathing pathway as will be explained
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Fishbone ingestion is not only uncomfortable, it is an emergency. Seek immediate consult with your ENT doctor if you have a fishbone stuck to your throat Asians, we are real hardcore about eating fish. Fish fillets are fine, but no fun. Give it to us whole, complete with heads and tails for an extra challenge.