Table 2 Reason of failed decannulation after bedside assessment
From: Value of endoscopic examination of airways and swallowing in tracheostomy decannulation
Reason | Frequency, number (94) | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Aspiration and poor swallowing | 39 | 41 |
Depressed cough reflex | 17 | 18 |
Desaturation | 24 | 26 |
Disoriented | 14 | 15 |