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An ingenious mucus trap.

K Harrop-Griffiths1, N R McLean

  • 1Department of Head and Neck Surgery, Royal Marsden Hospital, London.

The Journal of Laryngology and Otology
|March 1, 1988
PubMed
Summary
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A patient developed a simple device to manage excess mucus from a tracheostomy tube. This innovation offers a practical solution for improving patient comfort and care.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Devices
  • Patient Care Innovations

Background:

  • Tracheostomy tubes can lead to excess mucus accumulation.
  • Managing tracheostomy secretions is crucial for patient well-being.