Table 3.
Results of endoscopic assessment
| Result | Cause | Frequency | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unfit for decannulation | Upper airway obstruction | 24 | 41 |
| Aspiration | 22 | 37 | |
| Decannulated | Fit | 13 | 22 |
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