title: Endoscopic fenestration of choanal atresia.
abstract: We report two cases of unilateral choanal atresia and one of choanal stenosis treated successfully by endoscopic fenestration, with no recurrence at a mean follow-up of 18 months. Rigid endoscopy and axial CT scanning confirm the clinical diagnosis and this technique avoids the need for stenting or prolonged post-operative stay.
authors.affiliation: FESS Clinic, ENT Department, Charing Cross Hospital, London.
authors.forename: V L
authors.initials: VL
authors.lastname: Cumberworth
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Djazaeri
authors.forename: I S
authors.initials: IS
authors.lastname: Mackay
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D002754:Choanal Atresia / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D004724:Endoscopy; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed