Hypopharyngeal perforation: A complication of endotracheal intubation
- 1 May 1982
- journal article
- case report
- Published by Wiley in The Laryngoscope
- Vol. 92 (5) , 583-585
- https://doi.org/10.1288/00005537-198205000-00023
Abstract
A case of hypopharyngeal perforation secondary to traumatic endotracheal intubation is described. Clinical presentation and surgical treatment are discussed. Early diagnosis is emphasized. Tracheotomy, laryngoscopy and prompt neck exploration are advocated.Keywords
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