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Rhinosinusitis in children

Sukhbir K Shahid1

  • 1Department of Pediatrics and Neonatology, Shahid Clinic and Hospital, Maharashtra, Mumbai 400 077, India.

ISRN Otolaryngology
|June 14, 2013
PubMed

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Rhinosinusitis, an inflammation of the nasal and sinus passages, significantly impacts children's lives. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment, including flexible fiberoptic endoscopy, are crucial for managing chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) in children.

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Rhinosinusitis involves inflammation of nasal and sinus mucous membranes.
  • Acute rhinosinusitis complicates 5-13% of pediatric upper respiratory infections.
  • Untreated acute rhinosinusitis can progress to chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS), often involving multidrug-resistant bacteria.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the impact of rhinosinusitis on children's well-being and academic performance.
  • To emphasize the diagnostic challenges and management complexities of CRS in pediatric populations.
  • To underscore the role of flexible fiberoptic endoscopy in improving CRS management.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on pediatric rhinosinusitis and CRS.
  • Discussion of diagnostic criteria and challenges in children.
  • Exploration of flexible fiberoptic endoscopy's utility in pediatric CRS.

Main Results:

  • Rhinosinusitis significantly affects children's school performance and sleep.
  • CRS in children is frequently underdiagnosed, leading to increased morbidity.
  • Flexible fiberoptic endoscopy offers improved diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities for pediatric CRS.

Conclusions:

  • Optimal management of pediatric CRS requires accurate diagnosis and targeted antimicrobial therapy.
  • Addressing underlying causes is essential for restoring sinus anatomy and mucociliary function.
  • Flexible fiberoptic endoscopy is a valuable tool for revolutionizing pediatric CRS management.

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