Patients with a TI fistula secondary to tracheostomy typically present between the first and second week following the procedure. [61,63] Risk factors for TI fistula include tracheal infection, ...

A tracheostomy is a procedure that allows a healthcare professional to insert a tube into a person’s trachea in order to assist their breathing. Sometimes, a person may require a surgical airway to ...

If left untreated, a fistula can invite bacterial infection, which can turn into sepsis, a dangerous condition that causes low blood pressure, organ damage or even death. Here's all you need to know ...