A simple transnasal procedure for treating choanal atresia.
Bilateral choanal atresia is a rare but life-threatening disorder. Prompt diagnosis and emergency treatment are necessary. Various transnasal tools as well as other techniques have been tried in the past: they have all been associated with complications. The authors report a treatment of a newborn with a simple and previously unreported procedure for dealing with bilateral choanal atresia. As described, the use of a simple hand-powered drill and bit offers an approach which is straightforward and free of complications. Efficacy of this procedure is documented by a 6-year follow-up period.
Wolach
B
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Department of Pediatrics, Meir General Hospital, Sapir Medical Center, Kfar Saba, Israel.
Weinberg
J
J
D002754:Choanal Atresia / Q000601:surgery*; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007236:Infant, Small for Gestational Age; D007440:Intubation; D008297:Male; D008722:Methods; D009296:Nasal Cavity; D013525:Surgical Instruments