Tracheotomy (Noun)
Meaning
A surgical operation that creates an opening into the trachea with a tube inserted to provide a passage for air; performed when the pharynx is obstructed by edema or cancer or other causes.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The patient required a tracheotomy to breathe after the severe swelling in her throat obstructed her airway.
- The doctor explained that the tracheotomy would allow the patient to breathe more easily while the tumor in her throat was being treated.
- After the accident, the paramedics performed an emergency tracheotomy to save the victim's life.
- The surgeon carefully made the incision and inserted the tube during the tracheotomy procedure to restore the patient's airway.
- The patient had to learn how to care for the tracheotomy tube to prevent infection and promote healing.