A Case Report on Balloon Dilatation of Recurrent Post-treatment: Short Segment Subglottic Stenosis by Airway Balloon Dilatation in an Adult

Abstract

Subglottic stenosis can be defined as the narrowing of the upper airway, which lies between the vocal folds and the lower border of the cricoid cartilage. Causes of subglottic stenosis can be either congenital, acquired, or idiopathic. Tracheostomy is often necessary to protect the airway. Recently, encouraging outcomes in the use of balloon dilatation for subglottic stenosis led us to effectively treat a 37-year-old male patient with complains of dyspnea and loud breathing. Although subglottic stenosis is not rare, it presents a difficult dilemma for otolaryngologists. Because several treatment methods are accessible, management involves experience in selecting the correct applicant for the proper form of treatment. Balloon dilatation is a relatively new therapy option for subglottic stenosis. Although an examination of the literature reveals that this is utilized in the Western world.