Tracheal mucosal necrosis and sloughing after accidental endotracheal extubation in a child: a case report and literature review

OFTP caused by accidental endotracheal extubation is a rare clinical condition that leads to acute inspiratory dyspnea. Flexible bronchoscopy is beneficial for diagnosis, as well as for non-invasive and rapid removal of necrotic and detached tracheal mucosal tissue formed by OFTP. This procedure relieves airway obstruction in patients and exerts a positive impact on the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of the patients.