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To help diagnose and treat laryngeal trauma, head and neck surgeons should be consulted in cases of suspected laryngeal injuries. If such knowledge is not accessible, a surgeon and anesthesiologist skilled in managing complicated airways are crucial.
15 Νοε 2023 · Laryngeal injuries are rare but life-threatening airway emergencies. Increased understanding of the epidemiology of these injuries can inform treatment and improve outcomes. We aimed to characterize the demographics and management of adult laryngeal trauma.
10 Αυγ 2022 · Primarily, symptoms, direct nasopharyngoscopy, and CT scanning determine the need for treatment of laryngeal fractures. For minor injuries in which edema, hematoma, or certain small...
4 Ιουλ 2023 · Some laryngotracheal injuries such as small mucosal injuries, nondisplaced fractures, and hematomas may be managed conservatively with elevation of the head, humidified air, analgesia, steroids, vocal rest, and clear diet.The long-term goal of treatment for these patients is to restore their swallowing mechanism and voice.
The key step in treatment of any laryngeal injury is the establishment of a secure airway. •. Early intervention (within 24–48 hours) is an important factor for improved patient outcomes (functional speech, swallowing, and airway patency). •. An awake tracheostomy is the airway of choice with grade II or higher laryngeal injuries. Introduction.
The larynx is a complex anatomic structure and a properly functioning larynx is essential for breathing, voice, and swallowing. Laryngeal trauma is often associated with other injuries, including intracranial injuries, penetrating neck injuries, cervical spine fractures, and facial fractures.
3 Μαρ 2018 · Accurate diagnosis of the extent of the injury can be achieved with a combination of high resolution computed tomography, flexible fiber optic laryngoscopy and flexible bronchoscopy. Treatment may include observation with symptomatic management, reduction and repair of laryngeal skeletal fractures, or complete tracheal or laryngeal reconstruction.
