Treatment of congenital tracheal stenosis with balloon-assisted posterior tracheal splitting and temporary placement of a covered retrievable metallic stent

Balloon tracheoplasty and temporary placement of a covered retrievable self-expandable metallic stent was successfully undertaken in the treatment of congenital tracheal stenosis from complete cartilaginous rings in an infant. After balloon tracheoplasty and temporary placement of the stent for 5 months, stable airway condition has been maintained for 21 months.