Outcomes for Children With Pulmonary Hypertension Undergoing Tracheostomy Placement: A Multi-Institutional Analysis*

CONCLUSIONS: In the context of expanding utilization of tracheostomy and long-term ventilation, children with PH are among the highest risk cohorts for extended and repeated hospitalization and death. Tracheostomy placement during the index encounter was associated with fewer 30-day readmissions over the 2-year follow-up period. Further understanding of which subgroups may benefit from earlier intervention and which subgroups are at highest risk may offer important clinical insight when considering optimal timing of tracheostomy and may enhance informed decision-making for all stakeholders.
Source: Pediatric Critical Care Medicine - Category: Pediatrics Tags: Cardiovascular Critical Care Source Type: research