Andrew Otunny Imogu
National Hospital Abuja
Nigeria
Title: Retrograde exploratory laryngorrhaphy in management of head and neck trauma
Biography
Biography: Andrew Otunny Imogu
Abstract
Introduction: Head and neck trauma is a fairly common occurrence in ORL practice in sub-Saharan Africa. Assault from unconventional weapons is increasing following a rise in terrorist activities in some countries including Nigeria.
Methodology / Results: 2 cases of penetrating laryngeal injury following assault with an unusual weapon are presented.Retrograde exploratory Laryngorrhaphy in management of stem-spiked arrow embedded in larynx is described as an innovative technique for the management of unusual penetrating injury to the larynx.
Discussion: The challenges and future perspective of this technique are discussed.