The Annals of thoracic surgery
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Three patients with postpneumonectomy bronchopleural fistula were treated with endoscopic gluing of the fistula. The technique and the results of this method are described.
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Laryngotracheal trauma can be an immediately life-threatening injury. Failure to recognize such injuries and promptly secure an airway may have fatal consequences. Failure to recognize acute injuries or to observe the principles of management can lead to laryngotracheal stenosis. ⋯ Concomitant esophageal injury was repaired in 4 patients. Eight patients required intralaryngeal procedures prior to repair of the laryngotracheal stenosis. All patients except 1 have a good airway, and 16 of the 17 have a good voice.