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[Pathology of the upper airways]
1Afd. Kinder Intensive Care, Kinderkliniek, Academisch Ziekenhuis Groningen.
Tijdschrift Voor Kindergeneeskunde
|August 1, 1991
Insights
Pediatric upper airway obstruction requires prompt medical attention. Common causes include infections like epiglottitis and laryngotracheobronchitis, necessitating careful examination and immediate treatment.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric respiratory medicine
- Otolaryngology
- Emergency medicine
Abstract:
Pathology of the higher airways in children is seen rather often. A child with obstruction of the upper airways has to be examined with extreme caution and treated without delay. The main causes of obstruction of the higher airways are the infections of the airways, especially epiglottitis and laryngotracheobronchitis.