ArticleInternal medicine journal2026
A multi-centre retrospective review of the bronchoscopic management of upper tracheal stenosis: an Australian perspective.
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backgroundUpper tracheal stenosis (UTS) is a rare process with multiple causes and variable approaches to treatment. Australian data on management patterns are lacking and patient resources reflecting local practices are scarce.
aimsTo describe the management strategies of UTS over 12 years among three teaching hospitals in New South Wales, Australia. A secondary aim is to formulate an evidence-based patient information sheet for this condition and its management.
methodsRetrospective descriptive case series. Demographic, procedural and spirometric data were obtained from the medical records of patients undergoing bronchoscopy for UTS between March 2012 and February 2024.
resultsA total of 31 patients (81% female) underwent 120 procedures (median: 3; interquartile range: 1-5) with a median procedure interval of 134 days. The interventions included 82 balloon dilatations, 37 steroid injections, 54 radial incisions (28 endoscopic scissors, 26 laser) and seven stent insertions. Following serial procedures, there were improvements in mean maximum forced expiratory flow (FEF
conclusionsPatients with UTS undergo several bronchoscopies that result in improvements in symptoms and function with relatively low rates of complications.
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