How to insert a Minitrach
Hutchinson, J.; Hopkinson, R.B.
British Journal of Hospital Medicine 42(2): 112-114
1989
ISSN/ISBN: 0007-1064 PMID: 2765726 Document Number: 341092
Minitracheotomy is a technique of cricothyroid cannulation to allow efficient tracheobronchial toilet and the application of other techniques for respiratory support. Indications and contraindications for the procedure are reviewed. Two methods of insertion are described with their potential difficulties. Possible complications and their treatment are considered.