Cervical Necrotising Fasciitis Leading to Critical Airway Compromise: A Case Report of Successful Airway Management With Awake Fibreoptic Intubation

TL;DR

A 56-year-old woman with breast cancer developed severe neck infection after a fall, and her airway was successfully managed using a special intubation technique.

Contribution

The paper presents a successful case of awake fibreoptic intubation in managing critical airway compromise due to cervical necrotising fasciitis.

Findings

Awake fibreoptic intubation was successfully used to manage airway obstruction caused by cervical necrotising fasciitis.

The patient's condition was resolved through timely airway management and surgical intervention.

The case emphasizes the importance of rapid diagnosis and treatment in rapidly progressing infections.

Abstract

A 56-year-old female patient with a history of breast cancer, anxiety, and depression developed rapid-onset cervical necrotising fasciitis following a fall at home where she sustained multiple rib fractures and lacerations. The case highlights the challenge of managing a rapidly progressing airway obstruction and the successful management of the patient's condition with awake fibreoptic intubation and subsequent surgical intervention.

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