Penetrating tracheal injury – A case report

We present an unusual case of penetrating injury trachea. Tracheal injuries are rare and more so when they are sustained on falling down. Traumatic airway injuries are fortunately rare. Though injuries can be obvious and initial management straightforward, the diagnosis can be difficult. We present a case of penetrating cervical tracheal injury due to fall on protruding iron bar from a manhole resulting in a stab wound in neck.