Pediatric tracheostomy care updates. Issue 6 (December 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Smith, Matthew M.; Benscoter, Dan; Hart, Catherine K.
• Is Part Of: Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery. Volume 28:Issue 6(2020:Dec.)
• Publication Date: 2020-12
• Subjects: care management -- outcomes -- tracheostomy; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; Neck -- Surgery -- Periodicals; Head -- Surgery -- Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1097/MOO.0000000000000666
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1068-9508

Abstract

Abstract : Purpose of review: The aim of this review is to provide an update on the management of pediatric tracheostomies. Recent findings: Recent literature has focused on optimization of care for children with tracheostomies including prevention and management of skin breakdown, timing of tracheostomy tube changes, the role of multidisciplinary and team-based approaches to education and management of tracheostomy patients, ideal timing of surveillance endoscopy, and the emerging role of telemedicine in the care of tracheostomy patients. Summary: A focus on quality improvement and a systematic, team-based approach to care has the potential to improve the quality of care for pediatric tracheostomy patients.