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2021 Mar 05


Pediatr Pulmonol

“New Trach Mom Here…”: A Qualitative study of Internet Based Resources by Caregivers of Children with Tracheostomy.

Authors

Meyer-Macaulay C B, Graham RJ, Williams D, Dorste A, Teele SA
Pediatr Pulmonol. 2021 Mar 05.
PMID: 33666349.

Abstract

Decision-making around tracheostomy placement and chronic respiratory support in children is complicated. Families often seek support and advice from outside the medical care team, including from social media. We undertook this study to characterize the content and nature of online resources created and managed primarily by caregivers of children living with tracheostomy and chronic mechanical ventilation.