[Improved Surgical Technique for Closing the Tracheocutaneous Fistula]

Kyobu Geka. 2023 Sep;76(9):677-680.
[Article in Japanese]

Abstract

The tracheocutaneous fistula is a late complication after tracheotomy decannulation, which decreases the quality of life. Though several procedures to close tracheocutaneous fistula were reported, postoperative wound dehiscence was frequently noted. We developed new surgical technique to prevent this complication and report a case in which the technique was successfully applied. This surgical technique is useful simple method to be effective, and safe.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Fistula*
  • Humans
  • Quality of Life*
  • Trachea
  • Tracheostomy