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Prolonged endotracheal intubation in neonates with hyaline membrane disease
The Journal of Otolaryngology
|December 1, 1986
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Prolonged endotracheal intubation in infants with hyaline membrane disease can cause airway narrowing. Endoscopic examination of 11 children revealed abnormalities in all, with nine experiencing minor subglottic stenosis.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Pulmonology
- Otolaryngology
- Neonatal Intensive Care
Background:
- Prolonged endotracheal intubation is a known risk factor for subglottic trauma and stenosis.
- Newborn infants with hyaline membrane disease frequently require extended mechanical ventilation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the incidence and severity of subglottic abnormalities in infants following prolonged mechanical ventilation for hyaline membrane disease.
Main Methods:
- Endoscopic examination was performed on 11 children aged 4 months to 4.25 years.
- The study focused on assessing the subglottic airway for signs of trauma or stenosis.
Main Results:
- All 11 children examined exhibited some form of subglottic abnormality.
- Minor airway narrowing (stenosis) was observed in nine out of the 11 children.
Conclusions:
- Prolonged endotracheal intubation in neonates with hyaline membrane disease is associated with a high rate of subglottic abnormalities.
- Early endoscopic evaluation is crucial for identifying and managing potential airway complications in this vulnerable population.
Abstract:
It is well documented that prolonged endotracheal intubation can lead to subglottic trauma and stenosis. Newborn infants with hyaline membrane disease often require assisted ventilation for prolonged periods of time. We examined 11 such children ranging in age from four months to 4.25 years by endoscopy. Some abnormality was found in every child, and in nine there was minor narrowing of the airway.