Complications
Complications associated with a tracheostomy Complications can be divided into those associated with insertion of the tracheostomy (surgical or percutaneous), those that arise following the procedure (usually blocked or displaced…
Infrastructure considerations
Introduction In order to safely care for patients with tracheostomies in our hospitals, we need to address the organisation and infrastructure of the clinical areas where patients with tracheostomies and…
What is a tracheostomy? What is a laryngectomy?
What is a tracheostomy? Tracheostomies are performed in head and neck surgical practice, with over 5000 procedures performed yearly in England. We estimate around 10 000–15 000 percutaneous tracheostomies are…
Methods of Wound Closure
Chapter 35 Methods of Wound Closure Richard L. Lammers and Zachary E. Smith Not all wounds require definitive closure at the first emergency department (ED) encounter; however, once the decision…
Management of Common Dislocations
Chapter 49 Management of Common Dislocations Amanda E. Horn and Jacob W. Ufberg Joint dislocations are frequently encountered in patients seen in the emergency department (ED). They can range from…
Otolaryngologic Procedures
Chapter 63 Otolaryngologic Procedures Ralph J. Riviello The procedures presented in this section are most effectively performed with special equipment and techniques. Some are within the realm of general emergency…
Foreign Body Removal
Chapter 36 Foreign Body Removal Daniel B. Stone and David J. Scordino Evaluation and Diagnosis A foreign body (FB) is any substance that is not naturally part of the body….
Arthrocentesis
Chapter 53 Arthrocentesis Stewart O. Sanford Review Box 53-1 Arthrocentesis: indications, contraindications, complications, and equipment. Background Arthrocentesis, the puncture and aspiration of a joint, is an acknowledged, useful procedure that…
