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Area of Science:

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Pulmonology
  • Anesthesiology

Background:

  • Tracheal injury diagnosis is critical in emergency settings to prevent severe patient outcomes.
  • Difficult tracheal intubation is often underestimated, particularly by less experienced physicians.
  • Video laryngoscopy and ultrasound can aid in managing challenging airways.

Observation:

  • An 80-year-old woman presented with extensive subcutaneous emphysema after multiple intubation attempts.
  • Physical examination revealed subcutaneous crepitus in the chest and neck.
  • Imaging studies, including chest X-ray and CT scan, showed diffuse subcutaneous emphysema, pneumomediastinum, and pneumoretroperitoneum.

Findings:

  • Computed tomography revealed a defect in the lower trachea.
  • Bronchoscopy confirmed a 2 cm longitudinal laceration above the carina.
  • The patient was treated conservatively after refusing surgery.

Implications:

  • Subcutaneous emphysema and respiratory distress are key indicators of potential tracheal injury.
  • CT and bronchoscopy are essential diagnostic tools for tracheal injuries.
  • Early recognition and intervention, including surgery and antibiotics, can prevent acute respiratory distress.