[Robin sequence: a single treatment protocol]

Ilza L Marques1, Telma V de Sousa, Arakem F Carneiro

  • 1Hospital de Reabilitação de Anomalias Craniofaciais, Universidade de São Paulo, São Paulo, SP. ilza_marques@uol.com.br

Jornal De Pediatria
|March 3, 2005
PubMed

Insights

A unified protocol addresses Robin sequence complications in infants, focusing on respiratory and feeding issues. This approach prioritizes airway patency and oral feeding, often avoiding surgery.

Area of Science:

  • Craniofacial anomalies
  • Pediatric medicine
  • Genetics

Context:

  • Robin sequence presents complex challenges in neonates and infants.
  • Existing treatments often focus on surgical interventions.
  • A comprehensive, non-surgical approach is needed.

Purpose:

  • To introduce a unified protocol for managing Robin sequence.
  • To address both respiratory and feeding difficulties.
  • To offer an alternative to surgical interventions.

Summary:

  • Presents morphological and genetic aspects of Robin sequence.
  • Discusses nasopharyngoscopy and its clinical applications.
  • Details a single protocol for treating all Robin sequence cases, irrespective of severity.

Impact:

  • Emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach integrating growth and development knowledge.
  • Facilitates airway patency and oral feeding maintenance.
  • Reduces the need for surgical risks in neonates and infants.
Abstract