Medical Services

Tracheal stenosis is a disorder in which the trachea (windpipe) becomes abnormally thin, making it challenging for air to move in and out of the lungs. Prolonged endotracheal intubation or tracheostomy is the most prevalent cause of acquired tracheal stenosis. This can induce scarring and fibrosis of the airway. Trauma, infections, autoimmune illnesses, tumours, or inflammatory conditions are some of the other things that might cause this.

People with tracheal stenosis usually have symptoms like shortness of breath, wheezing, stridor (a high-pitched breathing sound), a chronic cough, and a lower tolerance for activity. Because these symptoms are similar to those of asthma or other breathing problems, it might take a long time to get a diagnosis. CT scans and direct visualisation through bronchoscopy are two types of imaging tests that are very important for making an accurate diagnosis and figuring out how bad the problem is.

The treatment depends on how bad the narrowing is and how long it lasts. For mild cases, conservative treatment may be enough. However, for moderate to severe stenosis, interventional techniques like balloon dilation, laser therapy, stent implantation, or surgical resection with reconstruction are usually needed. Early diagnosis and proper care are essential to avert life-threatening airway blockage and enhance long-term respiratory outcomes.