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Tracheobronchial ruptures due to cuffed Carlens tubes
The Annals of Thoracic Surgery
|July 1, 1979
Summary
Carlens endotracheal tubes can cause tracheobronchial ruptures in patients undergoing chest procedures. This study highlights 5 cases, urging physician awareness of this potential intubation hazard.
Area of Science:
- Thoracic Surgery
- Anesthesiology
- Critical Care Medicine
Background:
- Over 3,000 chest procedures performed in 22 years.
- 2,700 patients intubated with cuffed Carlens endotracheal tubes.
Observation:
- Report on 5 patients experiencing tracheobronchial ruptures.
- Ruptures were associated with Carlens endotracheal tube intubation.
Findings:
- Tracheobronchial rupture is a complication of Carlens tube use.
- This specific complication has been observed in 5 patients.
Implications:
- Physicians should be aware of this potential hazard.
- Consider alternative intubation methods or careful monitoring when using Carlens tubes.
- Further investigation into the mechanism and prevention of these ruptures is warranted.