Non-intubated resection and reconstruction of trachea for the treatment of a mass in the upper trachea

Abstract

Tumors of the upper trachea are typically treated by tracheal resection and reconstruction via neck incision under general anesthesia. In recent years, non-intubated thoracic surgery has been widely applied for the treatment of lung diseases due to its advantages including quick postoperative recovery. In this article, we describe the application of non-intubated tracheal resection and reconstruction in one patient for the treatment of a mass in upper trachea.