Abstract
Post-extubation laryngeal edema is a frequent complication with potential morbidity and mortality which may lead to urgent tracheal re-intubation. Corticosteroids is being used to reduce the incidence of post-extubation laryngeal edema. Testing for cuff leak is the most important method to determine whether airway patency is decreased, the cuff leak test is neither sensitive nor specific.
Keywords: Post extubation stridor , subtotal thyroidectomy, laryngeal edema, cuff leak test.
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Corresponding Author
Dr Madhusudhanan T
Vinakaya Missions Medical College, Karaikal
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v7i12.16
