Recurrent head and neck tumors in the setting of previous reconstructive surgery and radiation

The approach to a difficult airway in patients presenting with recurrent head and neck tumors in the setting of previous surgery or radiation poses challenges to both anesthesiologists and otolaryngologists. Multidisciplinary planning with close communication is required for effective and safe care. It is critical to understand how each patient's prior surgery and radiation distorts the baseline airway anatomy and what complications may arise when deciding on the primary airway management and back-up plans.

Source: Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - May 2, 2020 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Jaime B. Hyman, Shradha D. Khadge, Eliezer Kinberg, Brett Miles, Adam Levine Source Type: research