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Radiographic imaging of airway obstruction in pediatrics
A E Schlesinger1, R J Hernandez
1University of Michigan Medical Center, Department of Radiology, Ann Arbor.
Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|August 1, 1990
Insights
This review covers airway imaging techniques, normal anatomy, and common pitfalls. It details radiographic findings for conditions causing airway obstruction, including in pediatric sleep apnea.
Area of Science:
- Radiology
- Pediatric Imaging
- Respiratory Medicine
Background:
- Airway obstruction is a significant concern in pediatric patients.
- Accurate imaging is crucial for diagnosis and management.
- Existing literature lacks a comprehensive review of airway imaging techniques and findings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive overview of airway imaging modalities.
- To describe normal radiographic airway anatomy.
- To discuss imaging findings in various airway obstruction pathologies.
Main Methods:
- Review of current literature on airway imaging techniques.
- Analysis of normal radiographic airway anatomy.
- Correlation of imaging findings with pathologic processes causing airway obstruction.
Main Results:
- Detailed description of various imaging techniques for the airway.
- Identification of common pitfalls in airway imaging interpretation.
- Presentation of radiographic findings associated with diverse airway obstruction conditions.
Conclusions:
- Effective airway imaging requires understanding normal anatomy and potential pitfalls.
- Radiographic findings are key to diagnosing airway obstruction.
- Imaging plays a role in evaluating pediatric sleep apnea.
Abstract:
The authors review techniques available to image the airway, normal radiographic airway anatomy, pitfalls in imaging the airway, and radiographic findings in various pathologic processes that may cause airway obstruction. A brief discussion of the application of imaging in the child with sleep apnea is included.