Question 1

difference between laryngectomy and tracheostomy?

Accepted Answer

Hole vs removal: A tracheotomy is just a breathing hole in the neck.  Nothing is removed, and the airway is intact.  A laryngectomy removes the entire voicebox so there is no connection between the throat and the windpipe (trachea).  That hole is the laryngectomy patient's only way to breath, and they must have another way to speak other than the voicebox.  Trach alone can still speak.

Question 2

please tell me the difference between tracheostomy and laryngectomy?

Accepted Answer

Different: Ostomy means opening, tracheostomy is an opening in the trachea usually in the front as a temporary airway access. Laryngectomy is removal of the larynx. If the larynx is removed the only way to breathe is to saw the cut end of the trachea to the skin thus creating a permanent end tracheostomy.

Question 3

is the stoma created for a total laryngectomy still referred to as a tracheostomy or does it have a different term?

Accepted Answer

Tracheotomy : Tracheotomy is a surgical procedure creating a hole in the trachea to relieve obstruction.  A tracheostomy is a tracheotomy with a tube placed to maintain a tracheal airway.

Question 4

what are trachiostomy and laryngectomy neck collars?

Accepted Answer

Several: Tracheostomy is an opening from skin, through soft tissue into the trachea - airway to allow breathing when there is upper airway- mouth, nose trauma, or cancers for example.
Laryngectomy is removal of upper airway - usually for cancer.
Collars hold or help hold tracheotomy tubes in position into these surgically made passages.

Question 5

what is the difference between a tracheostomy and a vent?

Accepted Answer

Hole vs machine: A tracheostomy is a hole in the neck that connects the trachea (windpipe) directly to the outside world.  This is done for many reasons.  A vent is short for a ventilator.  This is used to assist a patient's breathing either in the operating room or in the intensive care unit.  A ventilator is often connected to a tracheostomy.

Question 6

what is the difference between closed and in-line suctioning of tracheostomy?

Accepted Answer

Same: In an effort to reduce infections in ventilated patients, the use of a closed or in- line suctioning system has been utilized. This reduces the chances of introducing bacteria either by the person suctioning or from the outside environment. The drawback is that the catheters used are usually plastic, and can cause tracheal irritation, injury, and bleeding. Softer rubber catheters are less traumati.

Question 7

whats the difference between a tracheostomy and endotracheal intubation?

Accepted Answer

Mouth vs surgical: Endotracheal intubation is the breathing tube in the mouth or nose, usually for general anesthesia and short term intensive care unit care.  Tracheostomy is a surgically placed hole in the front of the neck where the tube is passed.  This is for long term need for a breathing tube, with or without a ventilator (breathing machine).

Question 8

what are the differences between a crycothyrotomy and a tracheostomy?

Accepted Answer

Which part opened: to create air way. In emergency air way is created quickly by opening between thyroid and cricoid cartilages but in they tracheotomy area is dissected  opening is made below second tracheal cartilage , takes more time need more skills but safe from developing tracheal stenosis.

Question 9

is dr any use of usin tracheostomy if d person is unconscious for 7 dys on ventilatn n has anoxal injury? help

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Depends on the initial injury that precipitated hypoxia and duration.
Depends on the overall vital signs
the tracheostomy provides secure airway for movement to extended care facility hoping for any recovery.
May be none!

tough choices.

Question 10

can a tracheostomy make it difficult to eat?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Temporary swallowing dysfunction can be seen in patients with tracheostomy. Most facilities have a process to screen for this problem. Speech therapists are often consulted to assist with improved swallowing.

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