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  • Non-iatrogenic aerodigestive injuries are uncommon but can be fatal.
  • This study investigates if improved management strategies have increased survival rates.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate survival trends and associated factors in patients with non-iatrogenic aerodigestive injuries.
  • To assess the impact of advanced therapies on patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of a Level 1 trauma registry (2000-2020).
  • Inclusion criteria: adult patients with aerodigestive injuries requiring operative or endoluminal intervention.
  • Data abstracted included demographics, injury types, interventions, and outcomes; univariate analysis was performed.

Main Results:

  • 95 patients experienced 105 aerodigestive injuries (68 tracheal, 37 esophageal).
  • Mortality was 9.6%, with higher rates associated with vascular injury, blunt mechanisms, and earlier study years (2000-2010).
  • Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and endobronchial stents were used in select cases, contributing to improved survival.

Conclusions:

  • Mortality in aerodigestive injuries is linked to factors like vascular trauma and the era of treatment.
  • The adoption of ECMO and endoluminal stents in carefully selected patients has likely contributed to the observed 97.8% survival rate in the last decade.
  • Institutional experience and advanced therapeutic options are crucial for managing these complex injuries.