Tracheal Stenting

Tracheal Stenting: Tracheal stenting is a medical procedure used to treat narrowing or blockage of the windpipe (trachea), which can make breathing difficult or even life-threatening. In this procedure, doctors place a small tube called a stent inside the trachea to keep it open and allow air to flow freely into the lungs. This narrowing can happen due to various reasons, such as tumors, injury, infections, or scarring. The stent acts like a support or scaffold, preventing the trachea from collapsing or closing. Tracheal stenting can be a temporary or permanent solution, depending on the patient’s condition, and it is often performed using a bronchoscope under anesthesia. The main goal is to improve breathing, relieve symptoms like shortness of breath or wheezing, and improve the patient’s quality of life.