Management of Late-Onset Hemorrhagic Complication After Tracheostomy: A Case Series

Abstract

Background: The incidence of post-tracheostomy bleeding is rare but can cause severe complications for patients. Although the etiology varies, the management of this complication is challenging. Case Description: Here, we report two cases of bleeding complications after tracheostomy. The first case was a 33-year-old male patient diagnosed with cerebral infarction and a history of taking antiplatelet drugs (clopidogrel). Bleeding occurred in the lumen of the tracheostomy during the second day of post-tracheostomy care.