Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery
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Curr Opin Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg · Dec 2011
ReviewManagement and prevention of endotracheal intubation injury in neonates.
To summarize the diagnosis, pathology, and management of glottic, subglottic, and tracheal injuries secondary to endotracheal intubation in neonates. ⋯ Although intubation-related injuries may occur in anyone, neonates are at increased risk due to their small airway lumen and cricoids cartilage morphology. Endoscopic and open reconstructive techniques increase treatment options to treat glottic and SGS.