Laryngomalacia: Difference between revisions
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*Inspiratory [[stridor (peds)]], especially during sleep | *Inspiratory [[stridor (peds)]], especially during sleep | ||
*Snoring | *Snoring | ||
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*[[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]] | *[[Gastroesophageal reflux disease]] | ||
Revision as of 00:18, 15 December 2022
Background
- Common cause of inspiratory stridor (peds) in infants and children
- Etiology not well-known, possible mechanisms include redundant neck tissue, neurologic causes
- Typically presents as early as 2 years of life, resolves by 2 years of age[1]
Clinical Features
- Inspiratory stridor (peds), especially during sleep
- Snoring
- Dysphagia
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease
Differential Diagnosis
Evaluation
Workup
Diagnosis
Management
Disposition
See Also
External Links
References
- ↑ Shah UK, Wetmore RF. Laryngomalacia: a proposed classification form. Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 1998 Nov 15;46(1-2):21-6. doi: 10.1016/s0165-5876(98)00111-6. PMID: 10190701.