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Felix Fleißner1, Max Eike Timm2, Carl Philipp Lang2
1Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, Transplantation and Vascular Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany.
The Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgeon Reports
|May 29, 2020
Summary
Complete tracheal transection is a rare traumatic injury. This case highlights successful surgical repair using extracorporeal support and emphasizes interdisciplinary care in emergency settings.
Area of Science:
- Trauma Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery
- Emergency Medicine
Background:
- Tracheal injuries, particularly complete transection, are uncommon and necessitate a multidisciplinary surgical strategy.
- Accidental complete transection of the trachea presents a significant surgical challenge.
Observation:
- A rare case of accidental complete tracheal transection is presented.
- Veno-venous extracorporeal support was initiated via the subclavian artery and femoral vein for patient stabilization.
- The patient underwent successful tracheal re-anastomosis.
Findings:
- Successful surgical management of complete tracheal transection is achievable.
- Extracorporeal support can facilitate stabilization for complex airway surgeries.
Implications:
- This case underscores the critical role of a robust emergency response system.
- Effective interdisciplinary collaboration is vital for managing rare and severe traumatic injuries in tertiary care centers.
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