How to insert a Minitrach.
Minitracheotomy is a technique of cricothyroid cannulation to allow efficient tracheobronchial toilet and the application of other techniques for respiratory support. Indications and contraindications for the procedure are reviewed. Two methods of insertion are described with their potential difficulties. Possible complications and their treatment are considered.
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D006470:Hemorrhage / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000628:therapy; D013352:Subcutaneous Emphysema / Q000209:etiology; D014140:Tracheotomy / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*