title: The use of tracheotomy in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
abstract: Tracheotomy is discussed as a method of airway management required in various clinical situations. The anatomy and operative technique involved have been well-established. This paper reviews additional aspects of the procedure: indications, complications, the physiologic effects on tracheolaryngeal function, and postoperative care.
authors.affiliation: Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Presbyterian-University Hospital, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
authors.forename: P N
authors.initials: PN
authors.lastname: Demas
authors.forename: G C
authors.initials: GC
authors.lastname: Sotereanos
mesh_terms: D005147:Facial Bones / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D009055:Mouth / Q000601:surgery*; D014140:Tracheotomy / Q000009:adverse effects*