Title of article
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: An Early Tracheo-Innominate Fistula: Lessons Learnt from a Clinical Encounter
Author/Authors
Shah, Dania Aijaz Dow University of Health Sciences - Medical College, Pakistan , Shah, Adil Aijaz Aga Khan University - Department of Surgery, Pakistan , Shakoor, Amarah Aga Khan University - Department of Surgery, Pakistan , Fatimi, Saulat Hasnain Aga Khan University - Department of Surgery, Pakistan
From page
343
To page
344
Abstract
Madam, a tracheo-innominate fistula is an infrequent yet life threatening complication which can approach rates of 0.1-1% after a tracheostomy. The incidence peaks1-2 weeks after the procedure. Despite immediate surgical intervention, the prognosis remains poor with mortality rates approaching 70% to 90%.2We encountered an early tracheo-innominate fistula which became evident within 72 hours of a tracheostomy; much sooner than anticipated.
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Journal title
Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association (Centre) JPMA
Record number
2653862
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