What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
tracheostomy
Example
The patient underwent a tracheostomy to help with their breathing. [tracheostomy: noun]
Example
After the tracheostomy, the patient was able to breathe more easily. [tracheostomy: noun]
tracheotomy
Example
The doctor performed a tracheotomy to clear the patient's airway. [tracheotomy: noun]
Example
The tracheotomy was successful in removing the obstruction. [tracheotomy: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Tracheotomy is more commonly used in general language than tracheostomy. However, in medical settings, tracheostomy is the more commonly used term.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between tracheostomy and tracheotomy?
Both tracheostomy and tracheotomy are formal medical terms and are not typically used in casual conversation.
