Reconstructive Surgery of the Laryngotracheal Junction

Abstract

The laryngotracheal junction is an anatomical region with special pathophysiological features. This review presents clinical pictures and malformations that manifest pre-dilectively at this localisation in children and adolescents as well as in adults. The diagnostic procedure is discussed. The possibilities of surgical reconstruction are presented depending on the pathology and age of the patient.

Keywords

airway stenosis - inspiratory stridor - laryngeal malformation - airway surgery - tracheal reconstruction - laryngeal reconstruction

Publication History

Article published online:
02 May 2024

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