Reviewed by Jeffrey Kalei| Overview This is making an opening in the anterior wall of the trachea converting it into a stoma on the skin surface. Whenever possible, endotracheal intubation should be attempted first. Tracheostomy can be done under local or general anesthesia. Types of tracheostomy include emergent, elective, or permanent tracheostomy. Definition of Terms TermDefinitionTracheotomyThe...
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