TITLE:
Different Approaches on Various Cases of Tracheal Stenosis
AUTHORS:
Sawang Saenghirunvattana, Vitoon Pitiguagool, Chokchai Suwanakijboriharn, Pakorn Pupipat, Bhudsadee Saenghirunvattana, Maria Christina Gonzales, Kritsana Sutthisri, Chitchamai Siangproh, Wannipa Kodkaew, Assarin Inkum, Vimonsiri Matitopanum
KEYWORDS:
Central Airway, Tracheal Stenosis, Stent Placement, Tracheal Resection
JOURNAL NAME:
Open Journal of Respiratory Diseases,
Vol.4 No.3,
August
11,
2014
ABSTRACT: Narrowing of the airway caused by different diseases is a serious condition manifesting varying signs and symptoms. Immediate attention and treatment must be performed as this is a life-threatening condition. In the past decade, there has been massive advancement on the management of airway stenosis. Some of these are stent placement, tracheal reconstruction and tumor debulking. This article focuses on 5 different cases with distinct strategies in conducting treatment and management of airway stenosis.