A case of tracheal injury after emergent endotracheal intubation: a review of the literature and causalities.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
Tracheal lacerations are rare, but potentially fatal, complications of intubations. Diagnosis of such conditions is difficult, and thus a high level of suspicion must be kept. We present a case and review the literature for factors that indicate high-risk patients.
Medical subject headings
- Intubation, Intratracheal
- Trachea