Conclusion:
Treatment of iatrogenic tracheal tears choices depend on tear site,
size, and extension of the tear and patient’s hemodynamic status.
Conservative management is sufficient for stable patients with small
tears, whereas surgical management is essential for unstable patients
and those with large or complicated tears. Tracheostomy-related tears
are often proximal to the carina, so the tracheostomy opening can be
used during repair surgery. Thoracotomy is required if the tear involves
the bronchial tree.