Atypical presentation of tracheoesophageal fistula: immediate failure of ventilation via tracheostomy tube
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https://doi.org/10.18203/issn.2454-5929.ijohns20191747Keywords:
Prolonged ventilation, Tracheostomy, Tracheoesophageal fistula, Fibre optic bronchoscopeAbstract
Tracheoesophageal fistula (TOF) is a rare complication of prolonged endotracheal intubation. Undiagnosed TOF during tracheostomy poses a risk of improper placement of tracheostomy tube and can lead to a potentially life-threatening situation. We report a case of an undiagnosed tracheoesophageal fistula during tracheostomy in a lady in which we encountered difficulty in placement of tracheostomy tube and were eventually able to cannulate the trachea with the help of a fibre optic bronchoscope.
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