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 Tracheostomy Tubes Tracheostomy tube
A tube which is inserted into an incision in the trachea (tracheostomy) to relieve upper airway obstruction.

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tracheostomy tube 
 provide extra length when needed. Additional length proximally accommodates a thick or full neck; additional length distally can compensate for tracheal stenosis Tracheal stenosis is a narrowing of the trachea. It can be idiopathic- caused for unknown reasons or because of trauma- accidents; chemical exposure; intubation, etc. Hermes Grillo (deceased 2006) pioneered the tracheal resection surgery.  or malacia. The flexible inner and outer cannulae work together to provide the best fit for unusual anatomies. The disposable inner cannula cannula /can·nu·la/ (kan´u-lah) a tube for insertion into a vessel, duct, or cavity; during insertion its lumen is usually occupied by a trocar.

can·nu·la or can·u·la
n. pl.
 features ultra-thin walls that resist kinking. A unique locking ring fastens the inner cannula securely to the outer one.

Cuffed or uncuffed styles are available.

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Publication:Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Date:Sep 1, 2001
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