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CT imaging before (a) and after (b) stenting. Arrows pointing at main bronchi.
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CT scan confirmed narrow conditions in the proximal airways, especially in the main bronchi (Figure 1(a)). With the stents in place (Figure 1(b)), respiratory compliance improved immediately, and peak pressure and PEEP could be reduced with maintained minute volume.