Laryngotracheal stenosis
Laryngotracheal stenosis refers to abnormal narrowing of the central air passageways. This can occur at the level of the larynx, trachea, carina or main bronchi. In a small number of patients narrowing may be present in more than one anatomical location.
Laryngotracheal stenosis | |
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This condition can also be referred to as subglottic or tracheal stenosis. | |
Specialty | Otorhinolaryngology |
Diagnostic method | Patient history, CT scan of neck and chest, fibre-optic bronchoscopy |
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