Evaluation of a new percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy set apparatus

Percutaneous tracheostomy is a well established technique used primarily to assist weaning from mechanical ventilation on many intensive care units. We report our experiences of a total of 36 procedures performed with the new Blue Rhino Percutaneous Tracheostomy Introducer Set developed by Ciaglia....

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Published in:Anaesthesia 2001-09, Vol.56 (9), p.859-864
Main Authors: Bewsher, M S, Adams, A M, Clarke, C W, McConachie, I, Kelly, D R
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Aged
Aged, 80 and over
Critical Care - methods
Humans
Middle Aged
Tracheostomy - adverse effects
Tracheostomy - instrumentation
Tracheostomy - methods
Ventilator Weaning - instrumentation
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Summary:Percutaneous tracheostomy is a well established technique used primarily to assist weaning from mechanical ventilation on many intensive care units. We report our experiences of a total of 36 procedures performed with the new Blue Rhino Percutaneous Tracheostomy Introducer Set developed by Ciaglia. The technique was successful in all cases and was simpler and quicker to perform than with the earlier Ciaglia percutaneous tracheostomy set. Difficulties were encountered when using Shiley tracheostomy tubes. Significant complications included one posterior wall tear and one tracheal cartilage ring fracture.
ISSN:0003-2409
1365-2044
DOI:10.1046/j.1365-2044.2001.01914.x