{Reference Type}: Journal Article {Title}: Traumatic Pediatric Tracheal Rupture After Blunt Force Sporting Injury: Case Report and Review of the Literature. {Author}: Taylor A;Menon S;Grant P;Currie B;Soma M; {Journal}: Ann Otol Rhinol Laryngol {Volume}: 0 {Issue}: 0 {Year}: Sep 2021 19 {Factor}: 1.973 {DOI}: 10.1177/00034894211046707 {Abstract}: UNASSIGNED: This paper presents the case of a traumatic tracheal rupture in a pediatric patient. The body of literature of the clinical features, evaluation, and management of this uncommon presentation is discussed.
UNASSIGNED: A 13-year-old boy sustained an intrathoracic tracheal rupture whilst playing Australian Rules football. He developed hallmark clinical features of air extravasation and was intubated prior to transfer to a tertiary pediatric center for further management. After a short trial of conservative management, his respiratory status deteriorated and he was taken to the operating theater for open surgical repair of the defect.
UNASSIGNED: Traumatic rupture of the trachea is a rare injury in children. This case demonstrates the dynamic nature of this serious injury and the need for multidisciplinary care in achieving the optimal outcome.