Tracheal stenosis - postintubation

Case contributed by Ammar Haouimi
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Had RTA, admitted in ICU, intubated for 6 months then discharge with Montgomery tracheal tube, presented with dyspnoea.

Patient Data

Age: 20 years
Gender: Female
This study is a stack
Axial
non-contrast
This study is a stack
Sagittal
reconstruction
This study is a stack
Sagittal
reconstruction-lung window
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Info

A tracheal stenosis 1.5 cm in length is noted in the mid-trachea, well visualised on the sagittal reconstruction.

Case Discussion

Tracheal stenosis is considered as a complication of prolonged endotracheal intubation. 

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