Is Tracheostomies a Word?

noun, plural tra·che·ot·o·mies. Surgery.

Is tracheostomy a word?

noun, plural tra·che·os·to·mies. Surgery. the construction of an artificial opening through the neck into the trachea, usually for the relief of difficulty in breathing.

What are Tracheostomies used for?

A tracheostomy is an opening created at the front of the neck so a tube can be inserted into the windpipe (trachea) to help you breathe. If necessary, the tube can be connected to an oxygen supply and a breathing machine called a ventilator.