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What is Mini tracheostomy is performed through ? and explain in detail?
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Cricothyroid membrane Cricothyrotomy or Laryngtomy or Minitracheostomy It is the procedure to open the airway through the cricothyroid membrane. Patient's head and neck are extended, lower border of throid cailage and cricoid ring is identified. Skin in this area is incised veically and then cricothyroid membrane is opened with a transverse incision. It is an emergency procedure to buy time for the patient to be shifted to the operation theatre.