An array of complications may arise after a pediatric tracheotomy, and the clinician should be mindful of advanced-stage pressure injuries.
Infant Tracheotomy Decannulation Status Based on Indications for Procedure
For pediatric tracheotomy patients under years of age, the likelihood of and time to decannulation varies based on indication for the tracheostomy.
Is Percutaneous Dilational Tracheotomy Equivalent to Traditional Open Surgical Tracheotomy With Regard to Peri-Operative and Post-Operative Complications?
PDT appears to be a safe alternative to open surgical tracheotomy, although it may increase risk of asymptomatic tracheal stenosis
Percutaneous Dilation Tracheotomy Can Be a Safe, Effective Nonsurgical Option
Percutaneous dilation tracheotomy (PDT) is becoming an accepted and increasingly popular alternative to surgical, or open, tracheotomy, particularly in the treatment of critically ill patients requiring prolonged intubation and mechanical ventilation.