Factors Affecting the Necessity of Tracheostomy in Patients with Deep Neck Infection

Factors Affecting the Necessity of Tracheostomy in Patients with Deep Neck Infection

Deep neck infection (DNI) is a serious disease that can lead to airway obstruction, and some patients require a tracheostomy to protect the airway instead of intubation. However, no previous study has explored risk factors associated with the need for a tracheostomy in patients with DNI. This articl...

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Main Authors: Shih-Lung Chen, Chi-Kuang Young, Tsung-You Tsai, Huei-Tzu Chien, Chung-Jan Kang, Chun-Ta Liao, Shiang-Fu Huang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-08-01
Series:Diagnostics
Subjects:
deep neck infection
tracheostomy
parapharyngeal space
retropharyngeal space
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2075-4418/11/9/1536

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