High-Impact Laryngotracheal Trauma: A Combined Narrative and Systematic Review Evaluating Gaps in the Current Laryngeal Injury Reporting System

The current classification system for external laryngeal trauma does not adequately capture the severity or anatomical complexities of high-impact laryngotracheal injuries. Our experience, supported by pooled literature data, underscores the limitations of laryngeal-only grading. Incorporating both the mechanism and extent of injury is essential to improve clinical decision-making, guide treatment strategies, and ultimately, enhance patient outcomes and prognosis.