Repositioning a displaced tracheostomy tube

Abstract

Editor—We found Rajendram's case report on the repositioning of a displaced tracheostomy tube with Aintree intubation catheter (AIC) mounted on a fibre-optic bronchoscope (FOB)¹ to be particularly interesting, as we experienced a similar difficult situation, which did not run as smoothly as Rajendram's, although it was ultimately successful. We believe that comparison between the two patients would be useful in emphasizing the crucial aspects of management of similar situations.