Korean J Otorhinolaryngol-Head Neck Surg.  2015 Apr;58(4):236-242. 10.3342/kjorl-hns.2015.58.4.236.

Laryngeal Trauma

• Baek SJ
• Bong JP

• KMID: 2277845
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3342/kjorl-hns.2015.58.4.236

Abstract

The external laryngeal trauma is a rare but clinically important injury. The blunt trauma is more common than penetrating one. As other trauma, early suspicion and accurate diagnosis of acute laryngeal and tracheal injuries are crucial. If the airway obstruction is impending, secure airway should be made before diagnosis or treatment. The computed tomography scans play an important role in diagnosis and combined cervical esophageal injury should be evaluated. Proper restoration of the laryngeal framework with appropriately timed open reduction and internal fixation is critical for optimal recovery of the airway, voice, and swallowing.

Keyword

Larynx; Management; Trachea; Trauma

MeSH Terms

Airway Obstruction
Deglutition
Diagnosis
Larynx
Trachea
Voice