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Tracheostomy and Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)

Approximately 20-30% of hospitalized patients with COVID-19 and pneumonia have required intensive care for respiratory support (Huang, et al 2020; Wang et al, 2020).

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Laryngectomy and Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)

COVID-19 is caused by a coronavirus called SARS-COV-2.  The virus is spread from person to person, particularly after coughing and sneezing and through close contact (less than 6 feet) from one another.

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COVID-19 Tracheostomy and Mechanical Ventilation
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COVID-19 Tracheostomy and Mechanical Ventilation

COVID-19 Tracheostomy and Mechanical Ventilation

The 2019 novel corona virus COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in an increase in patients intubated…
Subglottic Suctioning: Benefits, Covid-19 and Manual versus Automatic
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Subglottic Suctioning: Benefits, Covid-19 and Manual versus Automatic

Subglottic Suctioning: Benefits, Covid-19 and Manual versus Automatic

Subglottic suctioning can significantly reduce secretions above the cuff to reduce the risk of microaspiration…
Children with Tracheostomy and Covid-19
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Children with Tracheostomy and Covid-19

Children with Tracheostomy and Covid-19

Are children with tracheostomy at higher risk for contracting or transmitting Covid-19? The coronavirus SARS-CoV-2…
Laryngectomy and Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)
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Laryngectomy and Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

Laryngectomy and Coronavirus disease (COVID-19)

It is important for individuals with laryngectomy to protect themselves from the novel coronavirus (COVID-19).