The two stage tracheostomy as a safe technique in instances of severe coagulopathy Journal Article


Author: Turnbull, A. D. M.
Article Title: The two stage tracheostomy as a safe technique in instances of severe coagulopathy
Abstract: A simple two stage tracheostomy procedure is described for use in respirator-dependent patients in intensive care units. It is useful in patients in whom tracheostomy is indicated, but refractory coagulopathy is a deterrent.
Keywords: surgical technique; surgical flaps; diaphragm; tracheostomy; critical care; artificial ventilation; disseminated intravascular coagulation; human; male; female; priority journal; article
Journal Title: Surgery, Gynecology and Obstetrics
Volume: 172
Issue: 4
ISSN: 0039-6087
Publisher: American College of Surgeons  
Date Published: 1991-04-01
Start Page: 315
Language: English
PUBMED: 2006460
PROVIDER: scopus
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