Tracheostomy Tube is a 2- to 3-inch metal or plastic tube that keeps the stoma and trachea open. Also called a trach ("trake") tube.
Tracheostomy
Surgical construction of an opening into the trachea through the neck, with insertion of an indwelling tube to facilitate passage of air or evacuation of secretions. The procedure may be an emergency measure or an elective one.
Parts of Tracheostomy Tube:
On patient
