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Symptoms of a damaged larynx include difficulty speaking, difficulty swallowing, hoarseness, voice changes, noisy breathing (stridor), neck pain and/or swelling, bruising on the neck, pain when swallowing or coughing, coughing blood, and breathing problems (can be a medical emergency).
15 lis 2023 · Laryngeal injuries are rare but life-threatening airway emergencies. Increased understanding of the epidemiology of these injuries can inform treatment and improve outcomes. We aimed to characterize the demographics and management of adult laryngeal trauma.
11 lip 2023 · Traumatic laryngeal injuries are rare but potentially lethal injuries. Management of laryngeal trauma is based on severity and multiple classification systems exist. Early intervention to preserve airway and laryngeal function improves long-term outcomes. Introduction.
3 paź 2022 · Minor mucosal injuries, nondisplaced fractures, and hematomas are a few examples of laryngotracheal injuries that can be treated conservatively with head elevation, humidified air, analgesics, steroids, vocal rest, and a clean diet.
15 lis 2023 · Increased understanding of the epidemiology of these injuries can inform treatment and improve outcomes. We aimed to characterize the demographics and management of adult laryngeal trauma.
This article discusses laryngeal trauma, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.
The larynx is a complex anatomic structure and a properly functioning larynx is essential for breathing, voice, and swallowing. Laryngeal trauma is often associated with other injuries, including intracranial injuries, penetrating neck injuries, cervical spine fractures, and facial fractures.
