Rigid bronchoscopy-guided percutaneous tracheostomy.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
We describe a case series of seven patients that demonstrates the usefulness of rigid bronchoscopy in percutaneous tracheostomy. The technique was used in selected patients who had a previous tracheostomy, a difficult airway, high risk of bleeding, or a tracheal stent in place.
Medical subject headings
- Bronchoscopy
- Tracheostomy