Tracheotomy or Tracheostomy

This program explains tracheotomy. The program includes the following sections: what is a tracheotomy, what is the anatomy of the breathing tube, when is a tracheotomy needed, how is a tracheotomy performed, what are the risks and complications of a tracheotomy, what are the different types of tracheostomy tubes, what happens after a tracheotomy, how to take care of a tracheostomy, and when to call your health care provider.

1.	Introduction
2.	Anatomy
3.	When is a Tracheostomy Needed?
4.	Surgery
5.	Risks and Complications
6.	Types of Tracheostomy Tubes
7.	After the Surgery
8.	When to Call Your Health Care Provider
9.	Summary

Tracheotomy or Tracheostomy

General Anesthesia

Moderate Sedation

Preparing for Surgery

Smoking - Your Choice

Smoking - The Facts

Quitting Smoking

Secondhand Smoke

Discharge Instructions - General

Preventing Deep Vein Thrombosis

Incentive Spirometer

Hand Washing - Preventing Infections

Patient Safety

Medication Safety

Preventing MRSA Infections - Healthcare

Preventing Surgical Site Infections - SSI

Preventing Catheter Associated Bloodstream Infections

Tracheostomy Care in the Hospital

Mechanical Ventilation in the Hospital

Transoral Odontoid Resection

Lung Cancer

Tracheotomy or Tracheostomy

Tracheostomy - Pediatrics

Swallowing Disorders

Throat Disorders and Problems

Voice Disorders

Trach Care - Pediatrics

Interstitial Lung Diseases

Lung Diseases

Tracheostomy Care at Home

Mechanical Ventilation in the Home