Trauma of the larynx and craniofacial structures: airway implications.
Laryngeal trauma in children is potentially life-threatening. An organized approach by all who care for these children in an emergency situation is essential. Prompt recognition and treatment of such injuries will minimize the risk of long-term complications that would require multiple operative procedures and prolonged rehabilitation.
Myer
Charles M
CM
Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology, Children's Hospital Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH 45229, USA. charles.myer@chmcc.org
D000769:Anesthesia, Inhalation; D002648:Child; D006259:Craniocerebral Trauma / Q000150:complications*; D005151:Facial Injuries / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal; D007830:Larynx / Q000293:injuries*; D014132:Trachea / Q000293:injuries