Other Reasons for a Tracheostomy

Neuromuscular diseases that paralyze or weaken breathing muscles Aspiration (inhaling food or liquid) related to muscle or sensory problems in the throat Fracture of cervical (neck) vertebrae with spinal cord injury Long-term unconsciousness or coma Disorders of respiratory control such as congenital central hypoventilation or central apnea Facial surgery and facial burns Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction)