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Glossopexy for upper airway obstruction in Robin sequence.

R V Argamaso1

  • 1Center for Craniofacial Disorders, Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY 10467.

The Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Journal : Official Publication of the American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association
|May 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

This study presents a modified glossopexy technique for treating upper airway obstruction caused by glossoptosis. The procedure successfully resolved airway obstruction in all 24 patients, with minimal complications.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Sleep Medicine

Background:

  • Upper airway obstruction is a significant concern in infants.
  • Glossoptosis, or tongue-based obstruction, requires effective surgical intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a modified glossopexy technique.
  • To evaluate the efficacy of this glossopexy in resolving upper airway obstruction in pediatric patients.

Main Methods:

  • A modified glossopexy involving two points of tongue attachment (mandibular alveolus and lower lip) was performed.
  • Genioglossus release was included to lengthen the tongue.
  • Patients were selected based on nasopharyngoscopic evidence of glossoptosis.

Main Results:

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  • All 24 patients experienced resolution of upper airway obstruction following the modified glossopexy.
  • One patient had a partial wound dehiscence, which resolved.
  • Glossopexies were released during palate repair, typically before age one.

Conclusions:

  • Modified glossopexy is an effective surgical treatment for glossoptosis-induced upper airway obstruction in selected pediatric patients.
  • The technique offers a high success rate with low morbidity.
  • Early release of the glossopexy facilitates subsequent surgical procedures like palate repair.