Neck lecture-Trachea/ Bronchi zone Flashcards
1
Q
Indications for a tracheostomy
A
- To prevent airway obstruction
- To prevent poor ventilation to alveolar dead space
- To allow airway protection
2
Q
What is required?
A
- Suctioning
- Humidification
- Long term care
3
Q
What is a stridor
A
A high pitched sound caused by airway obstruction
Inspiratory- Larnyx
Expiratory - Tracheobronchial
Biphasic- Glottis
4
Q
What is treatment for stridor
A
- O2
- nebulised adrenaline
- IV antibiotics
- airway management
5
Q
what is a bronchial cyst?
A
Enlargement (which can become infected) anterior to sternocleidomastoid
Causes:
- Remnant of fusion of branchial arches
- Lymph node degeneration
6
Q
How is a bronchial cyst treated?
A
Excision to prevent further infection
7
Q
What is a pharangeal pouch?
A
Herniation between the inferior constrictors of the pharynx
8
Q
Presentation of pharangeal pouch
A
Weight loss Regurgitation Voice hoarseness Aspiration pneumonia Dysphagia Neoplasia
9
Q
How is a pharangeal pouch treated?
A
Barium swallow
Excision
Dilation
