To see or not to see: Ultrasound-guided percutaneous tracheostomy

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Netharland Journal of Critical Care

2018, Volume 26, Issue 2 : 66-69

Article

To see or not to see: Ultrasound-guided percutaneous tracheostomy

Lopez Matta J.E.

Elzo Kraemer C.V.

Van Westerloo D.J.

Abstract

Percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy is a common bedside procedure in an intensive care unit. Historically, a technique using bronchoscopic guidance is used. We describe here a new version of this technique in which ultrasound is used to lower the chance of vascular damage and ensure proper placement of the cannula in the midline position at the optimal level. We describe the protocol we use for this intervention at our institution and review the evidence for the feasibility and safety of ultrasound-guided percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy. © 2018, Netherlands Society of Intensive Care. All rights reserved.

Keywords

Intensive care

Percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy

Tracheostomy

Ultrasound

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