This lecture describes surgical tips on successful non-obese adult tracheostomy placement.
At the conclusion of this lecture, the learner should be able to:
- Understand relevant surgical anatomy involved with tracheostomy.
- Discuss ways to minimize surgical complications.
- Understand the location of carotid artery and recurrent laryngeal nerve within the surgical field.
- Discuss importance of entering the second or third tracheal ring for the tracheal opening.