A 10-year-old Child with Severe Subglottic Stenosis Following Intubation: A Case Report

Background: Subglottic stenosis is among the most common airway problems in children, i.e., acquired or congenital. More than 90% of cases are secondary to endotracheal intubation and occur iatrogenically. an unexpected problem that requires timely diagnosis intervention. Most subglottic children mild moderate. Case Presentation: The presented patient was a 10-year-old child who, after long due head trauma following early discharge from surgical center, referred Children’s Hospital on same day with complaint high fever shortness breath. With development respiratory distress cyanosis, transferred intensive care unit. Due impossibility passing tracheal tube appropriate age for patient, initial established tracheostomy performed. Diagnostic bronchoscopy confirmed severe stenosis, specialized Ear, Nose, Throat (ENT) center repair stenosis. Conclusion: One causes stridor prolonged intubation. Recognizing predisposing factors, prevention, strong clinical suspicion, diagnosis, treatment can prevent further adverse complications consequences children.