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All of the following are indications for tracheostomy except ?
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The correct answer is  Tracheostomy A tracheostomy is a surgical procedure to create an opening through the neck into the anterior wall of trachea. A tube is usually placed through this opening to provide an airway and to remove secretions from the lungs. The tube is called tracheostomy tube. Ref : HAZARIKA 3RD ED.