# 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.

## Key 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.