Use of polysomnography to assess safe decannulation in children

201640 citationsJournal Article

Authors

A. Ioana Cristea · Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

Hasnaa E. Jalou · Indiana University School of Medicine

Deborah C. Givan · Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

Stephanie D. Davis · Indiana University School of Medicine

James E. Slaven · Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

Veda L. Ackerman · Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis

Abstract

We present a safe and successful decannulation protocol that includes bronchoscopy coupled with PSG evaluation of the patient with the stoma decannulated and covered by an occlusive dressing. Pediatr Pulmonol. 2016;51:796-802. © 2016 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.

Topics & Keywords

Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research Tracheal and airway disorders Airway Management and Intubation Techniques

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Pediatric Pulmonology

Volume 51, Issue 8, pp. 796-802

DOI: 10.1002/ppul.23395

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