[Atypical laryngo-tracheal post-intubation complications: three case reports]

Area of Science:

• Otolaryngology
• Medical Complications
• Surgical Outcomes

Background:

• Endotracheal intubation is a common medical procedure.
• Prolonged intubation increases the risk of iatrogenic laryngeal and tracheal complications.
• Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) practitioners play a key role in managing these sequelae.

Observation:

• The study presents three rare cases of post-intubation laryngeal and tracheal complications.
• These atypical complications included bilateral laryngeal immobility, interarytenoid synechia, and esotracheal fistulae.
• The cases highlight the potential for unusual adverse events following intubation.

Findings:

• Iatrogenic complications of endotracheal intubation can manifest in diverse and severe forms.
• Laryngeal bilateral immobility, interarytenoid synechia, and esotracheal fistulae are significant post-intubation sequelae.
• A thorough understanding of potential complications is essential for clinical practice.

Implications:

• ENT specialists must be vigilant in preventing, diagnosing, and treating post-intubation airway injuries.
• Awareness of these atypical complications can improve patient outcomes.
• This case series contributes to the medical literature on laryngeal and tracheal post-intubation morbidity.