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Laryngomalacia.

Allison M Dobbie1, David R White

  • 1Division of Pediatric Otolaryngology, Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC 29425, USA. allison.dobbie@gmail.com

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|August 3, 2013
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Laryngomalacia, a common cause of infant stridor, often resolves on its own. Severe cases may need reflux medication or supraglottoplasty surgery for successful outcomes.

Keywords:
AryepiglottoplastyLaryngomalaciaStridorSupraglottoplastyUpper airway obstruction

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Otolaryngology
  • Neonatal Airway Disorders

Background:

  • Laryngomalacia is the most frequent cause of stridor in infants.
  • Stridor arises from upper airway obstruction due to supraglottic tissue collapse.
  • While many cases are mild and self-limiting, severe symptoms necessitate evaluation and treatment.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the diagnosis and management of laryngomalacia.
  • To emphasize the importance of identifying infants requiring intervention.
  • To discuss the role of gastroesophageal reflux disease and surgical options.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on laryngomalacia.
  • Analysis of diagnostic criteria for stridor in infants.
  • Evaluation of treatment strategies including medical and surgical interventions.

Main Results:

  • Laryngomalacia is the primary cause of stridor in neonates.
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease is frequently associated with laryngomalacia.
  • Supraglottoplasty is the surgical standard for severe cases.

Conclusions:

  • Accurate diagnosis is crucial for effective laryngomalacia management.
  • Treatment decisions should be individualized based on symptom severity.
  • Timely intervention improves patient outcomes in severe laryngomalacia.