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Tracheostomy (percutaneous)

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Position : Supine, arms tucked, head slightly extended
Time : 5-30 min (very short)
Blood Loss : Very Low (5-10 ml)
Maintenance Paralytic : No

Anesthetic Approaches

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The Surgery

Once the patient is prepped and draped, the surgeon will find and mark the point of entry. Needle will be inserted with negative pressure, so when the trachea is accessed, air will be aspirated. The...

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