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Rupture of the bronchus: Case report of successful resection and anastomosis in a 13-month-old infant

A Rahbar, F C Chang, S J Farha

    The Journal of Trauma
    |February 1, 1978
    PubMed

    Insights

    A 13-month-old child experienced a rare bronchus rupture, resulting in the youngest reported successful surgical repair. Long-term follow-up confirmed the positive outcome of this pediatric airway injury case.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Surgery
    • Thoracic Medicine
    • Medical Case Reports

    Background:

    • Bronchial rupture is a rare and severe injury, particularly in infants.
    • Prompt diagnosis and surgical intervention are critical for survival and optimal outcomes in pediatric airway trauma.

    Observation:

    • An 11-year-old child presented with an unusual case of bronchus rupture.
    • This case represents the youngest patient documented with a successful bronchial rupture repair.

    Findings:

    • Successful surgical repair of a bronchus rupture was achieved in a 13-month-old child.
    • An 11-year follow-up confirmed the long-term efficacy and positive outcome of the repair.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the feasibility of successful surgical repair for bronchial rupture even in very young children.
    • It provides valuable long-term data supporting aggressive surgical management for pediatric bronchial injuries.

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