👉 A tracheotomy is a surgical procedure that involves cutting the trachea, which is the tube that connects the lungs to the heart. This operation is typically performed on children under the age of 12 and is often used to treat respiratory problems such as pneumonia or asthma. Tracheotomies are usually performed in an emergency situation when other treatments have failed, such as when a child's breathing has become obstructed due to an infection or injury. They can be done to remove any