Key points
- SARS-CoV-2 is a possible cause of acute severe tracheitis in
laryngectomees.
- In our series, the clinical picture was characterized by a hemorrhagic
tracheitis with a slow resolution pattern.
- We observed a histological pattern of erosive inflammation of the
respiratory epithelium.
- Planned tracheo-bronchoscopy and tracheal toilettes are recommended to
prevent critical obstruction of the airway, which can be fatal in
patients with associated impairment of lung function caused by
SARS-CoV-2 infection.
- The present cases highlight the need for close interdisciplinary
working and communication in the management of airway complications of
COVID-19 infection.