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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Tracheitis is a bacterial infection of the trachea and is capable of producing airway obstruction.
Causes
Tracheitis is most often caused by the bacteria Staphylococcus aureus. It frequently follows a recent viral upper respiratory infection. Common causes include Streptococcus Pyogenes, Haemophilus Influenza, Moraxella Catarrhalis, Mycoplasma Pneumonia, Echoviruses, Klebsiella Pneumonia, Adenovirus, Rhinovirus, Coxsakievirus and Influenza virus.
Risk Factors
Common risk factors in the development of tracheitis include pediatric age group, viral upper respiratory tract infection, mechanical ventilation and immunocompromised state. The individuals most likely to be affected are between 2-10 years of age.
Diagnosis
Physical Examination
The muscles between the ribs may pull in as the child tries to breathe.
Treatment
Medical Therapy
In more severe cases, it is treated by admission to an intensive care unit (ICU) and intubation is performed and various monitors and tubes are used to check on the condition e.g. cardiac heart monitor chest drain so tension pneumothorax or pneumothorax or pneumonia doesn't form while ventilated. The child will receive antibiotics through a vein and oxygen. The health care team will closely monitor the child's breathing.