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A tracheostomy is an opening created at the front of the neck so a tubecan be inserted into the windpipe (trachea) to help you breathe.
Articles for Tracheostomy
Complications
Read about the possible complications of a tracheostomy, including bleeding, a collapsed lung, an injury or infection.
Introduction
Find out what a tracheostomy is, when it's used, and how it's carried out. Also, read about living with a tracheostomy and the possible risks and complications.
Recovery
Read about living with a tracheostomy, including information and advice about communicating, eating and looking after your tracheostomy tube.
Why tracheostomy is needed
Find out when a tracheostomy is needed. It's sometimes needed when breathing normally isn't possible because of an underlying health condition or blocked airway.
