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Care of laryngectomy stomas in general practice The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of total laryngectomy stomas and inform general practitioners (GPs) of the frequently encountered complications, to improve stoma-related care and ultimately patient outcomes
CARE OF YOUR LARYNGECTOMY STOMA - UC Davis Health Use stoma covers: to protect against dirt, dust, bugs, cold winter air and hot dry air You can purchase stoma covers in many sizes and thickness Blankets and covers: Your natural instinct will prevent blankets from covering your stoma, much like you do with your nose and mouth before laryngectomy
Care of the patient with a larygectomy - Highland Critical Care Laryngectomy is a life-changing procedure Following the procedure, the patient will breathe through this stoma for the remainder of life It’s important to understand that the patient can no longer breathe through the mouth
Laryngectomy Stoma Care Laryngectomy Stoma Care Introduction After laryngectomy (i e removal of the voice box) the top of the trachea, or windpipe, is sewn to an opening in the neck The opening or hole is called a STOMA It is a permanent opening and will NOT close over, occasionally it shrinks in size
Care of Patients with a Tracheostomy or Laryngectomy involved in the care of patients with a tracheostomy or laryngectomy Any undergraduate learner providing any aspect of tracheostomy or laryngectomy care (where this is appropriate to their stage of study) must do so under the direct supervision of a competent registered healthcare practitioner
MANAGEMENT OF PATIENTS WITH A LARYNGECTOMY Care of the Patient with a new Laryngectomy Stoma: All staff are required to refer to the “Acute Care Pathway for all patients with a Laryngectomy” in conjunction with this guideline
Laryngectomy Stoma Cleaning Care Laryngectomy stoma care is done to keep your stoma and your skin around it clean and dry Stoma care also helps your stoma to heal and lowers your chance of infection