Re: Passey-Muir valve & EPIGLOTTIS

TRACH96(AT)aol.com
Mon, 16 Jun 1997 05:58:56 -0400 (EDT)

I currently use a trach tube that has a cuff that is extra long because of
my neck size. I cannot use the passey muir valve because I get a build up of
air making it hard to breath. I've tried it with the cuff inflated and
deflated. The build up of air is so strong that it sends the valve flying
off. I end up using my finger to cover the trach when I want to speak. Any
suggestions my friends???? Thanks! Sue (Trach96)