March 30, 2026CureusOpen Access

Idiopathic Upper Tracheal Stenosis Presenting With Progressive Stridor Managed by Endoscopic Balloon Dilatation: A Case Report

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To report a case of idiopathic upper tracheal stenosis presenting with progressive stridor and to highlight management strategies.
Case report of a female with progressive stridor over 12 months
Diagnostic evaluation included flexible nasoendoscopy and computed tomography
Endoscopic balloon dilatation with mucosal trimming was performed
Negative autoimmune screening supports an idiopathic cause
Significant luminal compromise identified on CT
Immediate symptomatic improvement following intervention

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Case report demonstrates successful endoscopic balloon dilatation in a female with idiopathic subglottic stenosis, indicating effective management for airway obstruction.

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Krishna Mohan Kaimal (2026) studied this question.

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Case report demonstrates successful endoscopic balloon dilatation in a female with idiopathic subglottic stenosis, indicating effective management for airway obstruction.

Idiopathic Upper Tracheal Stenosis Presenting With Progressive Stridor Managed by Endoscopic Balloon Dilatation: A Case Report

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Idiopathic Upper Tracheal Stenosis Presenting With Progressive Stridor Managed by Endoscopic Balloon Dilatation: A Case Report

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