[Tracheo-oesophageal fistula. A rare complication of percutaneous tracheostomy].

Abstract

Percutaneous tracheostomy is more and more used in the intensive care units. However, it's not devoid of risks. We report the case of a patient who developed a tracheo-esophageal fistula discovered after removal of the cannula 23 days after tracheotomy. During the procedure, difficulties occurred during the insertion of the cannula. This case report reminds the importance of a peroperative continuous endoscopic guidance and the need of a rigorous learning.

• Authors: J S Louis, E Antok, P A Charretier, A Winer, P Ocquidant
• Journal: Annales francaises d'anesthesie et de reanimation (Ann Fr Anesth Reanim) Vol. 22 Issue 4 Pg. 349-52 (Apr 2003) ISSN: 0750-7658 [Print] France
• Vernacular Title: Fistule trachéo-oesophagienne. Une complication rare de la trachéotomie percutanée.
• PMID: 12818328 (Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article)

Topics

• Catheterization (adverse effects)
• Clinical Competence
• Female
• Humans
• Middle Aged
• Tracheoesophageal Fistula (etiology)
• Tracheostomy (adverse effects)