Tracheal A‐frame deformity and suprastomal collapse after pediatric tracheostomy
Rishi Suresh,
Helene Dabbous,
Swapnika Alahari
et al.
Abstract:ObjectivesTo determine the incidence of A‐frame deformity and suprastomal collapse after pediatric tracheostomy.Study designRetrospective cohort.MethodsAll patients (<18 years) that had a tracheostomy placed at a tertiary institution between 2015 and 2020 were included. Children without a surveillance bronchoscopy at least 6 months after tracheostomy were excluded. Operative reports identified tracheal A‐frame deformity or suprastomal collapse.ResultsA total of 175 children met inclusion with 18% (N = 32) d… Show more
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