Schaefer's Original Classification of Laryngeal Injury Flashcards
1
Q
group 1
A
minor end-laryngeal hematoma
no fracture
2
Q
group 2
A
edema, hematoma, mucosal injury, non-displaced fracture
trach based on symptoms
3
Q
group3
A
mucosal tear
significant edema
displaced fracture
exposure of cartilage
trach and surg repair
4
Q
group 4
A
mucosal tear
significant laryngeal edema
cartilage exposure
2+ fractures
5
Q
group 5
A
complete laryngotracheal separation
flexible fiberoptic intubation
trach later
