Related Experiment Video
Updated: May 5, 2026

Minimal Invasive Resection of Large Retrosternal Thyroid Goiter
Published on: September 20, 2024
Surgical management for isolated cricoid fracture causing arytenoid immobility
Shun-ichi Chitose1, Kiminori Sato1, Hideki Nakazono1
1Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Kurume University School of Medicine, Kurume, Japan.
Abstract:
Cricoid cartilage fractures usually occur concurrently with disorders of laryngeal function. In, particular, displaced cricoid lamina fractures can affect arytenoid movement. However, functional, recovery may require proper repositioning of the cricoid lamina, which is associated with a high rate of, complications. Here we present a case in which an isolated cricoid cartilage fracture with arytenoid, immobility due to displacement of the fracture in the cricoarytenoid joint space was successfully, treated. Our findings suggest that a combination of external approaches with temporary, cricothyrotomy and wide suturing of the entire cricoid framework has the potential to improve, arytenoid movement and prevent associated complications.
Related Concept Videos
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation V: Advanced Airway Management Techniques
Tracheostomy: Procedure and Tubes
Tracheostomy tubes can be made of semiflexible plastic (polyurethane or silicone), rigid plastic, or metal, and they come in...
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation II: ACLS Airway Management
Trachea
Anatomical Features:
Location: About half of the trachea is situated in the neck, anterior to the esophagus, and extends from the larynx (at the level of...
Tracheostomy Care I: Pre-procedural Steps
Required Equipment
The equipment necessary for tracheostomy care includes:
Flail Chest-II
Assessment:
1. Clinical Evaluation:
History:

