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KMID : 0390220080190020247
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Journal of Clinical Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery
2008 Volume.19 No. 2 p.247 ~ p.250
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A Case of Tracheo-Innominate Artery Fistula After Tracheostomy
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Cho Kyoung-Rai
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Abstract
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Tracheo-innominate artery fistula is a rare, but it is most fatal complication after tracheostomy. Without proper management, the mortality is nearly 100% due to sudden massive tracheal hemorrhage. Early detection and urgent surgical management are essential for survival of patient. We present a patient who developed a tracheoinnominate
artery fistula and survived as a consequence of proper management with literature reviews.
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KEYWORD
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Tracheostomy, Complications, Innominate artery, Fistula
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