Iatrogenic tracheal rupture in the elderly: a case report and review of tracheobronchial repair techniques.

Tracheobronchial rupture is an extremely rare and potentially fatal complication. We present the case of a delayed presentation of an iatrogenic tracheobronchial rupture following orotracheal intubation, requiring veno-venous extracorporeal membrane oxygenator on standby. We review the clinical presentation, investigations, and management of tracheobronchial rupture, including conservative treatment and invasive surgical repair techniques.