Table 1 PICO Framework
From: Tracheostomy decannulation methods and procedures in adults: a systematic scoping review protocol
| Criteria | Determinants |
|---|---|
| Population | Adults with tracheostomies |
| Intervention | Tracheostomy decannulation |
| Comparison | Absence of TD |
| Outcomes |
Primary—evidence for procedures and methods Secondary—preference and acceptability: successful decannulation, reduced complications of long-term tracheostomy and increased comfort by health care workers in undertaking the procedure |