Tracheoesophageal puncture

What does "Tracheoesophageal puncture" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Tracheoesophageal puncture is a medical procedure that helps people who have lost their ability to speak naturally, often due to throat cancer. In this procedure, a small hole is made between the windpipe and the food pipe. This allows air to pass from the lungs into the food pipe and out through the mouth, enabling the person to speak again. A small valve is placed in the hole to prevent food and liquid from entering the windpipe.

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