Essential Guide to Tracheostomy Care at Home: Supporting Patients and Families
Understanding Tracheostomy: What It Is and Why It’s Needed A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the trachea, or windpipe, to facilitate breathing. This intervention is typically performed when the upper airway is obstructed or compromised, hindering a patient’s ability to breathe normally. The tracheostomy [...]