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Clinical consensus statement on the care of the child with a tracheostomy. 2026 Update

Yamila B Nociti1,2,3, Pablo Aubone1,4, Juan J Varón1,5,6

  • 1Grupo de Trabajo en Discapacidad, Sociedad Argentina de Pediatría.

Archivos Argentinos De Pediatria
|August 11, 2026
PubMed

Insights

This updated consensus provides current guidelines for pediatric tracheostomy care, incorporating recent scientific advancements and new clinical insights. It ensures optimal management for children with tracheostomies, building upon established knowledge.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric medicine
  • Respiratory care
  • Surgical nursing

Background:

  • The 2016 Consensus on the Care of Children with Tracheostomies established foundational guidelines.
  • Recent scientific and clinical developments necessitate an update to existing knowledge.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To revise and update the 2016 consensus on pediatric tracheostomy care.
  • Incorporate new scientific advances and address emerging topics in tracheostomy management.
  • Provide current best practices for healthcare professionals.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of recent scientific advances.
  • Expert consensus building on updated care protocols.
  • Revision of existing guidelines based on new evidence.

Main Results:

  • Updated recommendations for various aspects of pediatric tracheostomy care.
  • Inclusion of novel topics and modifications to previous considerations.
  • Consolidated knowledge base for managing children with tracheostomies.

Conclusions:

  • The revised consensus reflects the latest scientific understanding in pediatric tracheostomy care.
  • It serves as an essential resource for healthcare providers.
  • Ensures comprehensive and evidence-based management for children requiring tracheostomies.

Keywords:
airway managementhome nursingpediatricstracheostomytracheostomy decannulation

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