Guideline · Consensus statement
First Clinical Consensus and National Recommendations on Tracheostomized Children of the Brazilian Academy of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology (ABOPe) and Brazilian Society of Pediatrics (SBP).
- Airway
- Line and device care
- Medical
- Nursing
- Physiotherapy
- Respiratory
- Tracheostomy
This guideline is from 2017, more than five years ago. Check whether a newer version exists and which version your unit follows.
Summary
A Brazilian national clinical consensus on the care of tracheostomised children, developed by an expert panel of otorhinolaryngologists, paediatric intensivists, endoscopists and paediatric pulmonologists from across the country. It addresses indications for tracheostomy, choice of cannula, surgical technique, routine care and general guidance, and decannulation. Intended as directives for the broad range of health professionals managing these children. Relevant to PICU teams caring for children with tracheostomies, though recommendations are framed for the Brazilian setting.
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