Tracheostomy in motor neurone disease.

This article considers the current prevalence of tracheostomy in MND, the evidence for its benefit both for survival and quality of life, and the practicalities of its implementation. The decision to request invasive ventilatory support is among the most challenging for those living with MND. Neurologists should be prepared to discuss this option openly and objectively: we suggest a framework for discussion, including withdrawal of therapy.
PMID: 31273080 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Practical Neurology - July 3, 2019 Category: Neurology Authors: Turner MR, Faull C, McDermott CJ, Nickol AH, Palmer J, Talbot K Tags: Pract Neurol Source Type: research