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Acquired subglottic cysts in premature infants
D M Toriumi1, D R Miller, L D Holinger
1Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, Northwestern University Medical School, Chicago, IL 60611.
International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology
|December 1, 1987
Summary
Long-term infant intubation can lead to laryngeal complications like subglottic cysts. Early diagnosis and endoscopic excision are key for managing these airway issues in newborns.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Otolaryngology
- Neonatal Intensive Care
- Airway Management
Background:
- Improved survival rates for premature infants have been achieved through advancements in neonatal care.
- Prolonged endotracheal intubation, while life-saving, can lead to significant laryngeal complications.
- Subglottic cysts represent a notable, albeit less common, sequela of extended intubation in neonates.