The feasibility and safety of percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy without endotracheal guidance in the intensive care unit

Background Percutaneous dilatational tracheostomy (PDT) is a common procedure in intensive care units (ICUs). Although it is thought to be safe and easily performed at the bedside, PDT usually requires endotracheal guidance, such as bronchoscopy. Here, we assessed the clinical outcomes and safety of...

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Main Authors: Ji Eun Kim, Dong Hyun Lee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Society of Critical Care Medicine 2022-02-01
Series:Acute and Critical Care
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Online Access:http://www.accjournal.org/upload/pdf/acc-2021-00906.pdf