Abstract
In deep cervical abscesses with obesity, it is often difficult to perform tracheostomy and manage tracheal cannulas. In this study of two cases of deep cervical abscess with obesity, the airway was secured by hybrid tracheostomy, combining surgical tracheostomy and percutaneous tracheostomy. In these cases, anatomical landmarks, such as cricoid cartilage and thyroid notch, were identifiable and no infection was found at the tracheostomy. No complications were observed in either of the cases, and the tracheostoma was closed after a short period. Hybrid tracheostomy is considered useful for short-term securing of the airway in obese patients.
