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This paper demonstrates the need for a cosmetic device as a necessary adjun
ct to long-term tracheostomy care. Such devices are not available, at prese
nt, from tracheostomy tube manufacturers. The cosmetic tracheostomy cover p
late is based on a silver Negus tracheostomy tube, to which the silver chai
n and cover plate (locket) are attached. The result, for the patient who tr
ied it, was excellent.