SummaryPercutaneous tracheostomy is a well established technique used primarily to assist weaning from mechanical ventilation on many intensive care units. We report our experiences of a total of 36 procedures performed with the new Blue Rhinoe Percutaneous Tracheostomy Introducer Set developed by Ciaglia. The technique was successful in all cases and was simpler and quicker to perform than with the earlier Ciaglia percutaneous tracheostomy set. Difficulties were encountered when using Shileye tracheostomy tubes. Significant complications included one posterior wall tear and one tracheal cartilage ring fracture.
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