Tracheo-innominate artery fistula

Am J Surg. 1981 May;141(5):526-7. doi: 10.1016/0002-9610(81)90038-6.

Abstract

Two additional cases of tracheo-innominate artery fistula are presented. One patient survived after prompt surgical management. The emphasis is placed on prevention. However, when post-tracheostomy or post-tracheal resection is complicated by bleeding, the diagnosis of tracheo-innominate artery fistula must be considered. Only appropriate and immediate surgical intervention will save the patient.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Brachiocephalic Trunk*
  • Female
  • Fistula / etiology
  • Fistula / surgery*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Postoperative Complications
  • Tracheal Diseases / etiology
  • Tracheal Diseases / surgery*
  • Tracheotomy