title: Traumatic palatal perforation after orotracheal intubation: a case report and a review of the literature.
abstract: In this report, we describe an unusual case of a traumatic palatal perforation caused by orotracheal intubation. The paucity of reports of palatal perforation resulting from intubation in the literature suggests that it is a rare occurrence. However, recognizing this potential complication and managing the airway appropriately may reduce patient morbidity.
authors.forename: Erica
authors.initials: E
authors.lastname: Bartlett
authors.forename: Raman C
authors.initials: RC
authors.lastname: Mahabir
authors.forename: Charles N
authors.initials: CN
authors.lastname: Verheyden
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D007442:Intubation, Intratracheal; D010159:Palate