Early tracheostomy doesn't improve outcomes ... much (Meta-analysis, CHEST)
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[poll id="3"] A 2005 meta-analysis of 5 studies (n=406) concluded that early tracheostomy reduced need for mechanical ventilation and ICU days. But then a 2006 randomized trial in trauma patients found no benefit to early trach, and an underpowered 2008 RCT
Early tracheostomy doesn't improve outcomes ... much (Meta-analysis, CHEST)
Early tracheostomy doesn't improve outcomes…
Early tracheostomy doesn't improve outcomes ... much (Meta-analysis, CHEST)
[poll id="3"] A 2005 meta-analysis of 5 studies (n=406) concluded that early tracheostomy reduced need for mechanical ventilation and ICU days. But then a 2006 randomized trial in trauma patients found no benefit to early trach, and an underpowered 2008 RCT