In high-risk patients undergoing emergency tracheostomy, especially with advanced malignancies and comorbidities, vigilant monitoring and immediate management of complications like extensive subcutaneous emphysema are crucial. Prompt intervention and interdisciplinary collaboration are essential to optimize outcomes and effectively address severe postoperative issues.
Keywords: airway management; intensive care; sub‐cutaneous emphysema; supraglottic carcinoma; tracheostomy; ventilation.
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