Tracheostomy Treatment in India
About Tracheostomy
Key Highlights
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Provides a secure, long-term airway for patients who cannot breathe independently.Improves patient comfort compared to an oral or nasal breathing tube (endotracheal tube).Facilitates easier removal of lung secretions (suctioning), reducing infection risk.Often allows for speech and oral feeding with specialized tubes and valves.Can be a life-saving procedure for acute airway obstruction or failure.Enables easier weaning from mechanical ventilation in some chronic conditions./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Long-term need for mechanical ventilation (e.g., due to coma, neuromuscular diseases like ALS).
- Upper airway obstruction from tumors, trauma, or severe infections like epiglottitis.
- Severe sleep apnea not manageable with other treatments.
- Need for pulmonary hygiene to manage excessive or thick secretions (e.g., in cystic fibrosis).
- Preparation for major head and neck surgeries.
- Chronic respiratory failure from conditions like COPD or spinal cord injuries.
- Severe facial or airway burns or trauma.
How to prepare
- Detailed consultation with the pulmonologist and surgeon to discuss the procedure, risks, and benefits.
- Pre-operative tests including blood work, chest X-ray, and sometimes a CT scan of the neck/chest.
- Review and adjustment of current medications, especially blood thinners.
- Informed consent process after all patient questions are answered.
- Fasting for several hours before the procedure as directed by the medical team.
- Establishment of intravenous (IV) access for fluids and anesthesia.
Risks & possible complications
- Bleeding during or after the procedure.
- Infection at the surgical site or in the trachea (tracheitis).
- Damage to nearby structures like the thyroid gland, vocal cords, or esophagus.
- Accidental tube displacement or blockage, which is a medical emergency.
- Formation of scar tissue (granulation tissue) around the stoma.
- Tracheal stenosis (narrowing of the windpipe) after long-term use.
- Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia) or speaking initially.
- Air leak causing subcutaneous emphysema (air under the skin) or pneumothorax (collapsed lung).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial recovery in an ICU or high-dependency unit for close monitoring of breathing and the new airway.
- The tracheostomy tube is secured with ties or a holder to prevent accidental removal.
- Regular suctioning of secretions by trained nurses to keep the airway clear.
- Learning stoma and tracheostomy tube care, including cleaning and changing inner cannulas.
- Working with a speech therapist to learn communication methods, which may include a speaking valve.
- Gradual progression to oral feeding under guidance, if medically appropriate.
- Detailed education for the patient and caregivers on emergency procedures for tube problems.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing, downsize the tube, or plan for eventual removal (decannulation).
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Typical hospital stay:
5-14 days
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Expected recovery time:
2-6 weeks for initial healing; long-term adaptation varies
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering tracheostomy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for tracheostomy in India include Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform tracheostomy. MediFyr helps you compare pulmonologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for tracheostomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Tracheostomy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated pulmonology teams and experience managing patients undergoing tracheostomy.
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Pulmonologists for Tracheostomy
Explore experienced pulmonologists who regularly perform tracheostomy and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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- 23 Years Experience
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- 40 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital Faridabad
- 34 Years Experience
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- 33 Years Experience
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- 33 Years Experience
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Kamineni Hospital King Koti
- 30 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital Faridabad
- 27 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road
- 26 Years Experience
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Nanavati Hospital Mumbai
- 26 Years Experience
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Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
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