[Is tracheotomy of angioedema associated with ACE-inhibitor therapy?].
Angioedema of the upper airways associated with angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACEI) represent a rare but serious problem. We present two cases from our hospital in order to illustrate the therapeutic consequences resulting from angioedema associated with the intake of ACEIs. Surgical airway management should be considered early if medical treatment fails.
Schröder
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Klinik und Poliklinik für Hals-Nasen-Ohrenheilkunde der Westfälischen Wilhelms-Universität Münster, Münster. schroet@mednet.uni-muenster.de
Sachse
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Rudack
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D000799:Angioedema / Q000139:chemically induced* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*; D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000627:therapeutic use; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D014140:Tracheotomy; D016896:Treatment Outcome
D000806:Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme Inhibitors