Eugene MingJin Gan, Haoyuan Lim, Carrie Kah-Lai Leong, Sau Yee Chow, Kai Wen Hwang, Nian Chih Hwang
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Abstract
Central airway obstruction (CAO) is a life-threatening condition associated with poor prognosis. Therapeutic bronchoscopy along with systemic therapies significantly improve survival and quality of life in patients with symptomatic benign and malignant CAO. Endoluminal therapies and tracheobronchial stenting may be used, and a multidisciplinary approach is essential for holistic management of CAO. Perioperative planning and evaluation, as well as attention to intraoperative and postoperative management are key to optimal outcomes. This review provides an overview of the etiology and clinical approach to CAO, perioperative considerations for endoluminal therapies and tracheobronchial stenting, perioperative evaluation and preparation for therapeutic bronchoscopy, and management of operative and postoperative challenges in CAO.
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The Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia is primarily aimed at anesthesiologists who deal with patients undergoing cardiac, thoracic or vascular surgical procedures. JCVA features a multidisciplinary approach, with contributions from cardiac, vascular and thoracic surgeons, cardiologists, and other related specialists. Emphasis is placed on rapid publication of clinically relevant material.