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This review outlines its incidence, risk factors, diagnostic approach, management, and prevention, emphasizing early recognition of tracheo-innominate artery fistula (TIF).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Relevant literature from 2000\u20132025 was reviewed using PubMed and surgical databases, focusing on studies describing tracheostomy-related hemorrhage and TIF.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Post-tracheostomy bleeding occurs in 0.6\u20135% of patients, most often from minor stomal sources. TIF, though rare (&amp;lt;1%), remains the deadliest complication, with mortality over 60%. Major risk factors include low tracheostomy placement, excessive cuff pressure, infection, radiation, and anticoagulant use. Sentinel bleeding precedes 30\u201350% of TIF events and signals impending catastrophe. Diagnosis relies on prompt bronchoscopy and CT angiography. Management ranges from local control to endovascular or surgical repair. Preventive strategies\u2014meticulous technique, cuff pressure monitoring, and multidisciplinary tracheostomy care\u2014significantly reduce risk.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Early identification of sentinel bleeds, rapid airway control, and adherence to standardized protocols are crucial to prevent fatal hemorrhage. 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