Cricoarytenoid subluxation, computed tomography, and electromyography findings

Head Neck Surg. 1987 Jul-Aug;9(6):341-8. doi: 10.1002/hed.2890090607.

Abstract

A case of cricoarytenoid subluxation secondary to endotracheal intubation and documented by computed tomography (CT) and electromyography (EMG) is reported. Successful endoscopic reduction of the displaced arytenoid is confirmed by CT. The normal anatomy and physiology of the cricoarytenoid joint is presented and the literature regarding this rarely reported injury is reviewed. Based on this review and the case reported, a treatment plan is proposed.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Arytenoid Cartilage / diagnostic imaging
  • Arytenoid Cartilage / injuries*
  • Cricoid Cartilage / diagnostic imaging
  • Cricoid Cartilage / injuries*
  • Electromyography
  • Hoarseness / etiology
  • Humans
  • Intubation, Intratracheal / adverse effects*
  • Laryngeal Cartilages / injuries*
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed