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Pediatric Nasal Obstruction

Matthew M Smith1, Stacey L Ishman2

  • 1Department of Pediatric Otolaryngology, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center, 3333 Burnet Avenue, MLC 2018, Cincinnati, OH 45229, USA.

Otolaryngologic Clinics of North America
|July 23, 2018
PubMed

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Nasal obstruction is a common pediatric issue impacting children

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Otolaryngology
  • Pediatric Airway Disorders

Background:

  • Nasal obstruction is a frequent concern in pediatric otolaryngology.
  • It poses critical risks for newborns and infants due to obligatory nasal breathing.
  • Causes in older children often involve inflammatory, infectious, or traumatic conditions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the common causes and implications of nasal obstruction in pediatric populations.
  • To highlight the importance of timely intervention in infants.
  • To underscore the impact on quality of life and healthcare costs.

Main Methods:

  • Review of common pediatric nasal obstruction etiologies.
  • Discussion of age-specific presentations and management considerations.
  • Analysis of the impact on pediatric health and healthcare utilization.

Main Results:

  • Nasal obstruction presents diverse causes in children, varying by age.
  • Prompt treatment is essential for infants with obligatory nasal breathing.
  • Significant negative impacts on quality of life and increased healthcare expenditures are associated with pediatric nasal obstruction.

Conclusions:

  • Nasal obstruction is a prevalent and significant pediatric health issue.
  • Understanding age-specific causes and timely management are crucial.
  • Addressing nasal obstruction can improve children's quality of life and reduce healthcare costs.

Keywords:
Choanal atresiaJuvenile angiofibromaNasal obstructionPyriform aperture stenosisRhinitisRhinosinusitis

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