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Is it possible for a tracheotomy to accidentally go through to the esophagus?
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Yes: The two structures are adjacent in part. Erosion of the tracheal back wall, can occur with then a tracheoesophageal fistula.
Answered 8/12/2013
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Yes: This can happen either during initial placement, which would be a technical error, or later, when the tracheostomy tube erodes into the esophagus.
Answered 8/25/2013
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