Journal article

Tracheostomy clinical pathways for mechanical ventilation weaning and tracheostomy decannulation

Charissa J Zaga, Caroline Chao, Jacqueline Ross, Tanis Cameron, Prudence Gregson, Christine Knee Chong, Matthew Campbell, Stephen Warrillow, Naomi Atkins, Mark E Howard

Tracheostomy: Official Journal of the Global Tracheostomy Collaborative | Global Tracheostomy Collaborative | Published : 2026

DOI: 10.62905/001c.158936

Abstract

Introduction Several tracheostomy clinical pathways and decannulation protocols have been proposed to optimize tracheostomy care; however, no universally accepted method exists. This study aimed to examine the characteristics of decannulated and non-decannulated subgroups to inform the development of tracheostomy clinical pathways which reflect the routine model of care. Methods A retrospective observational cohort study design was employed to examine the clinical characteristics of patients who were decannulated and non-decannulated between January 2015 and December 2019. These data informed th..

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Keywords

32 Biomedical and Clinical Sciences
Respiratory
3202 Clinical Sciences
Assistive Technology
Lung
3 Good Health and Well Being
Bioengineering
6.3 Medical Devices
42 Health Sciences
Patient Safety