A tracheostomy, a procedure to cut a hole in the throat to clear an airway to the lungs, is used to insert a tube into the trachea to provide assisted ventilation to children who are unable to breathe, or have difficulty breathing on their own. Read more: Why Would A Child Need A Tracheostomy? Article
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What Is a Tracheostomy and Why Is It Done?
A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the front part of the neck to place a tube into a person’s windpipe. A tracheostomy is performed for several reasons, all involving restricted airways.
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What Is a Tracheostomy?
A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the front part of the neck to place a tube into a person’s windpipe. A tracheostomy is performed for several reasons, all involving restricted airways.
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