A modified tracheostomy technique in an adult patient with Klippel-Feil syndrome.

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Klippel-Feil syndrome is a rare congenital condition characterized by the fusion of cervical vertebrae, presenting unique challenges for airway management. We report the case of a 38-year-old male with Klippel-Feil syndrome who required a tracheostomy due to respiratory failure and sepsis. The patient's anatomical anomalies, including a short, immobile neck and

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