Conclusion
Our experience with bedside open tracheostomy demonstrated a short mean
procedural time, with no tracheostomy-related complications and no
reported viral transmission amongst the healthcare members involved. We
acknowledge the technical challenges that are associated with operating
outside theatre environment, however with careful planning and training,
bedside approach to tracheostomy can be considered a more effective and
safe approach in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Conflict of interests: None declared