This type of tracheostomy does not require trach care.

The patient with a fenestrated tracheostomy can speak.

This is the only type of tracheostomy used with mechanical ventilation.

A fenestrated tracheostomy can be capped if the cuff is deflated.

Risks associated with fenestrated tracheostomies include bleeding, infection, accidental decannulation (removal of the tracheostomy tube), and difficulty breathing.