Temporal Trends and Mortality in Tracheobronchial Stenting in the United States: a national cohort study

Key Points

• This research examines temporal trends in tracheobronchial stenting incidence and associated mortality rates in patients with central airway obstruction (CAO).
• Analyzed national cohort data to track incidence and mortality rates over time.
• Investigated regional variations in outcomes related to tracheobronchial stenting.
• Defined indications for the procedure based on observed trends.
• Reported an increase in both the incidence of tracheobronchial stenting and its associated in-hospital mortality.
• Highlighted significant regional variations in stenting outcomes across the United States.
• Emphasized the necessity for improved outcome tracking and indication definitions.