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When the Airway Collapses: A Surgical Solution for Severe Breathing Problems

Some patients struggle to breathe because their airway collapses during normal breathing. In this episode of On Air, Baylor Medicine experts explain how airway collapse is diagnosed and when surgery can restore breathing and quality of life. In Episode 6 of the Baylor Medicine Lung Institute podcast On Air, Dr. Shanda Blackmon speaks with Dr. Shawn Groth, chief of thoracic surgery, about airway collapse disorders and a specialized procedure called tractheobronchoplasty. They discuss: • What tracheobronchomalacia and excessive dynamic airway collapse are • Why these conditions are often underdiagnosed • Common symptoms, including chronic cough and shortness of breath • How airway collapse is diagnosed using bronchoscopy and dynamic CT scans • Why many patients are first treated medically • Temporary airway stenting and how it helps guide treatment decisions • Robotic tracheobronchoplasty and hot is stabilizes the airway • Recovery, risks, and expected outcomes after surgery • Why multidisciplinary care is essential for complex airway disorders This episode is designed for patients, caregivers, clinicians, and anyone with unexplained breathing problems or chronic cough. Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purpose only and does not replace medical advice. Please consult a qualified health care provider for diagnosis and treatment. Contact: To learn more or request an appointment, visit https://www.bcm.edu/healthcare/specia... 0:00 Introduction to airway collapse 1:30 What is tracheobronchoplasty? 3:10 Types of airway collapse 5:10 Common symptoms patients experience 7:40 Why the condition is underdiagnosed 9:30 How airway collapse is diagnosed 12:10 Medical management and optimization 15:00 CPAP, BiPAP, and airway stents 18:20 Using stents to guide surgical decisions 21:00 Robotic tracheobronchoplasty explained 25:10 How the surgery stabilizes the airway 28:40 Recovery and hospital stay 31:10 Expected outcomes and success rates 34:00 Multidisciplinary care and closing thoughts