Survival after tracheoinnominate artery fistula.
Tracheoinnominate artery fistula is a catastrophic and often fatal complication of tracheal intubation. Early recognition of the problem and prompt aggressive therapy are necessary if any hope of survival can be expected. The report of success in 21 year old woman and a plan of management are included, as well as suggestions for prevention of this complication.
D000328:Adult; D016122:Brachiocephalic Trunk / Q000293:injuries* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D005402:Fistula / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal / Q000009:adverse effects*; D009336:Necrosis; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011184:Postoperative Period; D011312:Pressure; D014132:Trachea / Q000098:blood supply / Q000293:injuries*; D014140:Tracheotomy / Q000009:adverse effects*