Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tube
A fenestrated tracheostomy tube is a type that has an opening in the tube above the cuff, which allows air to enter so that the patient is able to speak with the tube in place.
A fenestration is simply a term that refers to the hole or opening in the shaft of the tube. Without said opening, no airflow can pass through the vocal cords, which means that the patient will be unable to speak with the tube in place.
Fenestrated Tracheostomy Tube Parts:
- Inner cannula
- Outer cannula
- Pilot balloon
- Cuff
- Flang / Faceplate
- Obturator
- Fenestration
