| Front | What is stridor? |
|---|---|
| Back | This is a high-pitched sound heard on inspiration as air tries to pass through obstruction in the upper airway. This indicates a partial obstruction of the trachea and is seen in patients with anatomic or foreign body airway obstruction. |
Tags: 13, emergencies, respiratory
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