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(J95.5) Postprocedural subglottic stenosis
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435 372 in individuals diagnosis postprocedural subglottic stenosis confirmed
Diagnosis postprocedural subglottic stenosis is diagnosed Men are 27.17% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis postprocedural subglottic stenosis
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Women receive the diagnosis postprocedural subglottic stenosis
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease postprocedural subglottic stenosis - Men and Women aged 60-64
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any agein in women, the disease manifests at any age
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features postprocedural subglottic stenosis
Absence or low individual and public risk
Postprocedural subglottic stenosis - what does this mean
Postprocedural subglottic stenosis is a condition that occurs when the subglottic area (the area between the vocal cords and the trachea) becomes narrowed due to scarring or tissue overgrowth following a surgical procedure. this narrowing of the airway can cause difficulty breathing, which can be life-threatening if left untreated.
What happens during the disease - postprocedural subglottic stenosis
Postprocedural subglottic stenosis is a condition in which the airway becomes narrowed or obstructed due to scarring of the subglottic area following a surgical procedure. this narrowing can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor healing, infection, tissue inflammation, and the presence of foreign bodies. the scarring can lead to an increase in airway resistance, which can cause difficulty breathing, stridor, and other symptoms. treatment may involve the use of stents, balloon dilatation, and/or laser ablation to reduce the amount of scarring and improve airway patency.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Clinical examination of the patient
- Laryngoscopy
- Flexible endoscopy
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Bronchoscopy
- Transthoracic needle aspiration
- Transtracheal needle aspiration
- Pulmonary function tests
- Genetic testing
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal: To reduce the narrowing of the subglottic airway and improve airway patency.
- Administer corticosteroid medications to reduce inflammation.
- Perform a dilation procedure to stretch and open the airway.
- Administer antifungal medications to reduce fungal infections.
- Perform a tracheostomy to bypass the airway narrowing.
- Perform a laser-assisted uvulopalatoplasty (LAUP) to reduce tissue swelling.
- Perform a balloon dilatation procedure to open the narrowed airway.
- Perform an endoscopic stent placement to keep the airway open.
- Perform an endoscopic laser-assisted resection to remove excess tissue.
- Perform a cricotracheal resection to reduce the amount of scar tissue.
- Perform a tracheal reconstruction procedure to restore airway patency.
26 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Postprocedural subglottic stenosis - Prevention
The best way to prevent postprocedural subglottic stenosis is to adhere to best practice guidelines when performing tracheal intubation and other airway procedures. this includes using the smallest size tube that is appropriate for the patient, minimizing the duration of intubation, and avoiding excessive manipulation of the airway. additionally, it is important to ensure that the patient is adequately hydrated and that the airway is kept free of secretions and debris.