1/ Great session on Modern Tracheostomy Management this afternoon with @CharissaZaga, @sarahwallaceslt and A/Prof @drjackiem (UK strong!!)
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2/ @CharissaZaga presenting the SLP guidance for tracheostomy management during COVID-19. Highlighting the need for ongoing data collection and need for guidance to evolve
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3/ @sarahwallaceslt discussing safe + effective tracheostomy decannulation. Stressing importance of SLT input in the decannulation process as an integrated member of the MDT + presenting the amazing outcomes from the Improving Tracheostomy Care project.
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4/ A/Prof @drjackiem finishing up with tracheal tube weaning in complex dysphagia. Emphasising the need for early cuff deflation and focus on laryngeal rehabilitation.

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5/ Q+A session: consensus from @sarahwallaceslt + @drjackiem 'avoid fenestrated tubes' (especially in critical care and spinal patients). Citing recent manuscript by A/Prof @VinciyaPandian et al which reported risks of fenestrated tubes.
https://aacnjournals.org/ajcconline/article-abstract/28/6/441/22003/Speech-and-Safety-in-Tracheostomy-Patients?redirectedFrom=fulltext
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