Figure 5From: Continuous control of endotracheal cuff pressure and tracheal wall damage: a randomized controlled animal studyHistological examination (1 × 10) of tracheal samples. Left: sample taken distally beyond the endotracheal tube showing moderate inflammation. Right: sample taken from the cuff contact area with localized ulceration, including fibrin and polynuclear cells, squamous metaplasia and intense mucosal inflammation.Back to article page