Lary Tube Care, Sizes, HME, Button, ICD-10

Content

• What is Lary Tube? 
• Lary Tube Care
• Lary Tube Sizes
• Lary Tube HME 
• Lary Tube Button
• Lary Tube ICD-10

What is Lary Tube? 

The Lary Tube, also known as a tracheostomy tube, is a hollow, cylindrical device inserted into the trachea through a surgical incision known as a tracheostomy. It facilitates airflow into the lungs, bypassing the upper airway obstruction or dysfunction, and allowing for effective ventilation and oxygenation.

Lary Tube Care

Proper care of the Lary Tube is essential to prevent complications and maintain optimal respiratory function. Care routines typically include:

Daily Cleaning: Regular cleaning of the Lary Tube with mild soap and water helps prevent the buildup of secretions, mucus, and debris, reducing the risk of infection and airway obstruction.

Suctioning: Periodic suctioning of respiratory secretions from the Lary Tube and tracheostomy site is necessary to maintain airway patency and prevent mucus plugging.

Skin Care: Proper skin care around the tracheostomy site, including regular cleaning and application of barrier creams or dressings, helps prevent skin irritation, breakdown, and infection.

Tube Changes: Scheduled tube changes by healthcare professionals are essential to prevent tube occlusion, deterioration, or malfunction and ensure optimal airflow and patient comfort.

Monitoring: Regular monitoring of the Lary Tube for signs of displacement, obstruction, or malfunction is crucial to early detection and intervention of potential complications.

Lary Tube Sizes

Lary Tubes are available in various sizes to accommodate the anatomical differences among patients and to optimize airflow and comfort. Common sizes range from small pediatric tubes to larger adult sizes, with each size selected based on factors such as patient age, neck anatomy, and clinical indication. Proper sizing is crucial to ensure adequate ventilation and minimize complications such as air leakage or tube displacement.

Lary Tube HME 

Lary Tube HMEs are specialized devices designed to retain heat and moisture in the respiratory tract, mimicking the natural functions of the nose and upper airway. HMEs are attached to the Lary Tube to help humidify and warm inspired air, reducing the risk of mucous membrane drying, irritation, and infection. They play a vital role in enhancing patient comfort, promoting secretion clearance, and reducing the incidence of respiratory complications.

Lary Tube Button

A Lary Tube Button, also known as a tracheostomy button or stoma button, is a low-profile, non-cuffed device used to maintain tracheostomy stoma patency when the Lary Tube is temporarily removed. Lary Tube Buttons are designed for patients who no longer require continuous ventilation support but still require a patent airway for secretion management and intermittent use of positive pressure ventilation. They offer a comfortable and discreet alternative to traditional Lary Tubes, allowing for greater mobility and improved quality of life.

Lary Tube ICD-10

The ICD-10 code for "Larynx" is J38.7, which represents "Other diseases of larynx". This code is used to classify and report diagnoses related to the larynx, including conditions such as laryngitis, laryngeal cancer, and other diseases affecting the larynx.