Tracheal perforation and subcutaneous emphysema secondary to pseudomembranous invasive Aspergillus tracheobronchitis successfully managed with endotracheal tube manipulation

Subcutaneous emphysema may present as a manifestation of Aspergillus/fungal tracheobronchitis.Aspergillus tracheobronchitis should be considered in patients with predisposing factors such as lung transplantation, acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), diabetes mellitus, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and malignancies.Tracheal perforation caused by Aspergillus tracheobronchitis can be managed through endotracheal tube manipulation.