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Paediatric tracheostomy: Sheffield experience 1979-1999.

Katie I Midwinter1, Sean Carrie, Peter D Bull

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, Hallamshire Hospital, Sheffield, UK.

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|September 20, 2002
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This study reviewed 148 pediatric tracheostomies, finding acquired subglottic stenosis a common cause. Complications occurred in 46%, with four tracheostomy-related deaths, but most children were successfully decannulated.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Otolaryngology
  • Critical Care Medicine

Background:

  • Tracheostomy is a vital procedure in pediatric care.
  • Understanding long-term outcomes and complications is crucial for improving patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the experience and outcomes of tracheostomies performed over 20 years at a children's hospital.
  • To identify indications, complications, and decannulation rates in pediatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 148 tracheostomies in 143 children (aged 1 day to 13 years).
  • Analysis of indications, complications, mortality, and decannulation data.

Main Results:

  • 65% of patients were under one year old.

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  • Indications included upper airway obstruction (72%) and assisted ventilation (28%).
  • Acquired subglottic stenosis was the most common indication (25%).
  • Complication rate was 46%, with granulation tissue most frequent.
  • Four deaths were directly related to tracheostomy (accidental decannulation, obstruction).
  • 89 children were decannulated, with an average time of 25 months.

    • Conclusions:

    • Tracheostomy in children is associated with significant complication rates.
    • Acquired subglottic stenosis is a primary indication in infants.
    • Careful management and monitoring are essential for successful decannulation and minimizing mortality.