Laryngeal Trauma: Common Findings and Imaging Pearls

Lorenzo, Gamaliel; Peterson, Ryan B.; Hudgins, Patricia A.

doi:10.3174/ng.2130055

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“…Numerous articles in literature have emphasized the importance of early recognition and proper management of laryngeal injury to avoid instant or future complications. [12345678] The key to efficient care of such trauma is to have a high index of suspicion and comprehension of the mechanism of the injury. Hoarseness of voice is one of the most commonly encountered symptoms in blunt laryngeal injuries.…”

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“…According to Schaefer's insinuated plan of management, Groups I and II can be managed conservatively, while Groups III and IV are managed surgically if the airway is secured in all groups [Table 2]. [6] Though endotracheal intubation was not included in the management recommended by Schaefer, we were fortunate that it was feasible in our patient. Endotracheal intubation in laryngeal injuries can be very difficult due to distorted anatomy and will need experienced hands to avoid additional laryngeal damage.…”

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“…The consequences of blunt laryngeal injury can be life-threatening, which makes early recognition and management vital. [12345678]…”

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Common findings in blunt thyroid fracture

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Alshehabi³

2017

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Although blunt neck trauma is known to be rare, occurring in approximately 5% of all neck traumas, undiagnosed cases may have a devastating outcome. Physicians need to fully understand the mechanism of the injury and the external laryngeal trauma signs. A physician's precise diagnosis and proper management are necessary to avoid long-term complications or death. Although blunt laryngeal injuries are uncommon, prompt recognition of the subtle signs is crucial to avoid the catastrophic complications associated with such injuries. This case report aims to demonstrate the symptoms and signs of laryngeal injury in a young healthy male following a road traffic accident.

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Common findings in blunt thyroid fracture

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“…Since outward signs of injury may be lacking, the radiologist has an important role in detecting and reporting subtle findings at initial imaging. Not infrequently, patients develop significant airway obstruction that manifests several hours later (7). Prompt surgical treatment within 24 hours is key to preventing long-term disability (8).…”

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Multidetector CT of Laryngeal Injuries: Principles of Injury Recognition

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Blunt laryngeal trauma is associated with high morbidity and mortality. However, owing to their relatively rare occurrence, laryngeal injuries may be missed or underdiagnosed. Even subtle abnormalities at multidetector CT may correspond to significant functional abnormalities. It is important to understand normal CT laryngeal anatomy and develop a systematic review of the cervical soft tissues and laryngeal skeleton in patients who undergo screening CT cervical spine or other neck examinations in the setting of trauma, such as CT angiography. Multidetector CT findings of the normal larynx are reviewed, and blunt laryngeal injuries including softtissue edema, hematoma, mucosal lacerations, cartilage fracture, cricoarytenoid dislocation, and vocal fold paralysis are presented. The radiologist plays an important role in diagnosis and may be the first to identify laryngeal injuries that are not evident at physical examination. This article reviews normal laryngeal anatomy, presents various blunt laryngeal injuries at multidetector CT with case examples, discusses the role of multidetector CT in acute management, and describes pitfalls of diagnosis. ©

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Laryngeal Trauma: Common Findings and Imaging Pearls

Cited by 5 publications

References 17 publications

Common findings in blunt thyroid fracture

Common findings in blunt thyroid fracture

Multidetector CT of Laryngeal Injuries: Principles of Injury Recognition

Imaging of the Larynx and Hypopharynx

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