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tracheotomy

/ˌtrækiˈɒtəmi/ noun · British & US
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What does tracheotomy mean?

noun

A surgical procedure in which an incision is made in the trachea to establish an airway, often performed to relieve obstruction or to facilitate mechanical ventilation.

Example

"The doctor performed a tracheotomy to save the patient's life after a severe accident."

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