A Systematic Review of Mortality Associations in Patients who Develop Tracheoinnominate Artery Fistula Following Tracheostomy.
Katherine WardDaniela Hinchman-DominguezLaura StokesElizabeth L NortonJoel R NarvesonViren P PunjaPublished in: The American surgeon (2024)
Mortality is a major concern after detection of a TIF and resuscitation paired with endovascular or open surgical intervention is imperative. Rapidly investigating sentinel bleeds and intervening upon hemorrhage with temporary cuff over inflation may lead to improved outcomes.