Laser therapy for an obstructing primary tracheal lymphoma in a patient with AIDS

Abstract

A patient with AIDS presented with progressive dyspnea leading to respiratory failure with near complete airway obstruction due to primary tracheal lymphoma. Laser therapy was used locally to debulk the tumour, which facilitated extubation and led to definitive treatment with chemotherapy. Alternatives for local airway control are discussed. © 2005 Pulsus Group Inc. All rights reserved.