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Modified percutaneous tracheostomy in COVID-19 critically ill patients.

Maria VargasGennaro RussoCarmine IacovazzoGiuseppe Servillo
Published in: Head & neck (2020)
In COVID-19 critically ill patients, a modified PT technique, including the use of a smaller ETT cuffed at the carina and fiber-optic bronchoscope inserted between the tube and the inner surface of the trachea, may ensure a better airway management, respiratory function, patient comfort, and great safety for the staff.
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