A laceration of a wired silastic tracheostomy tube: A case report and review of the literature

Clin Case Rep. 2021 Jan 19;9(3):1500-1503. doi: 10.1002/ccr3.3809. eCollection 2021 Mar.

Abstract

Fractured tracheostomy tube is a rare, late complication. It typically occurs at the junction of metallic tube. We report an atypical case with laceration of the main trunk of a silastic tube after short period of use (10 days).

Keywords: airway; complications; critical care; equipment; tracheostomy.

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  • Case Reports