tracheotomy
A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening through the neck into the trachea, commonly known as the windpipe. This opening, called a stoma, allows air to enter the lungs directly, bypassing any obstruction in the upper airway. The procedure is typically performed when a person is unable to breathe effectively due to a blockage in the nose, mouth, or throat, or if they require long-term mechanical ventilation.
The reasons for needing a tracheotomy are varied. They can include severe facial or neck trauma, tumors
The tracheotomy tube, a curved plastic or metal tube, is inserted into the stoma to keep it