Tracheostomy Treatment Report
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Brand Names:
Bivona Trach tube, Cuffless, Fenestrated, Trach Tube, Disposable Cuffed Trach Tube (DCT)
What is Tracheostomy?
A tracheostomy or tracheotomy is a surgical procedure whereby an artificial airway is inserted into the windpipe (trachea). In ALS/MND they may be used as a short-term measure in the treatment of pulmonary infections such as pneumonia, or in the long-term in combination with a ventilator.
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Reasons Taken
54 patients in the community are having or have had Tracheostomy.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 21 | 47% |
| General health | 9 | 20% |
| disease-related symptoms | 9 | 20% |
| Slow my ALS progress | 2 | 4% |
| Shortness of breath | 1 | 2% |
| Breathing difficulty | 1 | 2% |
| Excess saliva | 1 | 2% |