학술논문
Case of the month: Dislodged tracheo-oesophageal valve: importance of rapid replacement or stenting
Document Type
Academic Journal
Author
Source
EMERGENCY MEDICINE JOURNAL. Apr 01, 2006 23(4):322-323
Subject
Language
English
ISSN
1351-0622
Abstract
Dislodgement of a tracheo-oesophageal prosthesis needs prompt action to ensure patency and prevent aspiration in patients with total laryngectomy. Failure to do so may lead to an unnecessary repeat tracheo-oesophageal puncture. This case report is about a patient who needed a repeat procedure under general anaesthetic. It highlights the need for emergency physicians to be aware of this not uncommon event in a patient with a laryngectomy and to refer them immediately for ENT review.