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Imaging recommendation · Chest

Tracheal stenosis (post-intubation, idiopathic, or neoplastic)

Recommended: Dynamic CT Trachea (inspiratory + expiratory) is the preferred imaging study for tracheal stenosis (post-intubation, idiopathic, or neoplastic). Maps length and degree of stenosis for endoscopic vs surgical management.

Recommended study

Dynamic CT Trachea (inspiratory + expiratory)

CT No contrast Preferred Chest Outpatient Reviewed

Maps length and degree of stenosis for endoscopic vs surgical management.

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