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Tracheostomy Tubes

The most commonly used tracheostomy tubes are made from polyvinyl chloride (PVC), silicone, or polyurethane. PVC softens at body temperature, conforming to patient anatomy and centering the tube in the trachea. Silicone is naturally soft and unaffected by temperature, resists colo-nization and biofilm buildup, and can be sterilized. Some

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