Salvaging a Shattered Larynx: A Challenge in Clinical Otorhinolaryngology

Abstract

ABSTRACT Laryngotracheal trauma is a life-threatening clinical scenario at times. Although considered rare, it is on the rise due to high speed vehicular accidents. Failure to recognize such injuries and promptly secure an airway may have fatal consequences.1 We are reporting three cases of laryngotracheal blunt trauma, all of whom subsequently developed absolute dysphagia, difficulty in breathing and difficulty in phonation. These patients were appropriately managed in the critical time period. Two patients were surgically managed and one patient was treated conservatively. They are on regular follow-up and are physiologically stable. In this report, the treatment strategies adopted leading to good clinical outcomes are highlighted. How to cite this article Mohanty S, Shinaz S, Maraignanam G, Samuel J. Salvaging a Shattered Larynx: A Challenge in Clinical Otorhinolaryngology. Int J Phonosurg Laryngol 2014;4(1):13-16.