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When "Stay" Sutures Stay.

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A rare case of a 17 cm airway foreign body, a retained tracheostomy stay suture, was successfully removed from an adult woman two years after decannulation. Proper peri-operative care and selective suture use could prevent such incidents.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Medical Device Complications
  • Airway Management

Background:

  • Chronic airway foreign bodies are uncommon and difficult to manage.
  • Tracheostomy stay sutures, though useful, can potentially become retained foreign bodies.
  • Delayed diagnosis of retained foreign bodies can lead to significant complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a unique case of a long-term retained tracheostomy stay suture as an airway foreign body.
  • To highlight the diagnostic and management challenges associated with such rare cases.
  • To discuss preventive strategies for retained tracheostomy foreign bodies.

Main Methods:

  • Case presentation of an adult female with a retained tracheostomy stay suture.
  • Detailed description of the diagnostic evaluation, including imaging and bronchoscopy.
  • Surgical removal of the foreign body with emphasis on planning and execution.

Main Results:

  • A 17 cm tracheostomy stay suture was successfully identified and removed.
  • The foreign body had been retained for two years post-decannulation.
  • The patient experienced a safe and successful outcome after removal.

Conclusions:

  • Retained tracheostomy stay sutures are a rare but significant complication.
  • Thorough evaluation and meticulous surgical planning are crucial for safe removal.
  • Judicious use of stay sutures and enhanced peri-operative care may prevent incidence.