Management of tracheostomies in the intensive care unit: a scoping review.

Kirsty A WhitmoreShane C TownsendKevin B Laupland

Published in: BMJ open respiratory research (2021)

The limited body of evidence supports use of weaning protocols, early cuff deflation, use of speaking valves and multidisciplinary approaches. Clinical trials examining post-tracheostomy management strategies in ICUs are a priority.

Keyphrases

clinical trial
mechanical ventilation
aortic valve
acute respiratory distress syndrome
study protocol
placebo controlled