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William I. Wei, Henry H. Tuen, Raymond W. M. Ng, Lai Kun Lam |
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Laryngoscope; Oct2003, Vol. 113 Issue 10, p1777, 3p |
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SUMMARY: OBJECTIVES/HYPOTHESIS Severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS) caused by coronavirus has become an epidemic affecting many regions worldwide. Fourteen percent to 20% of patients require endotracheal intubation and ventilator support. Some of these patients may require tracheostomy subsequently. This procedure, when performed without protection, may lead to infection of the medical and nursing staff taking care of the patient.STUDY DESIGN Based on clinical information of three patients.METHODS The authors carried out an emergency tracheostomy and changed the tracheostomy tube for one patient and performed elective tracheostomy in another two patients.RESULTS No medical or nursing staff member was infected after carrying out the procedure while taking all the precautions and wearing the appropriate protective apparel.CONCLUSION The authors have prepared guidelines for performing a safe tracheostomy under both elective and emergency conditions. Surgeons who might be involved in performing the tracheostomy should become familiar with these guidelines and the appropriate protective apparel. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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