A rudimentary epiglottis associated with Pierre Robin sequence.
Epiglottis anomaly associated with Pierre Robin sequence (PRS) is a rare occurrence. To the knowledge of the authors, this is the first reported case of epiglottic anomaly associated with PRS. Doctors should remain aware of this atypical presentation in a PRS patient, and the presented case highlights the clinical challenges that must be met to ensure effective treatment of the defect in terms of compromised respiration, swallowing and feeding.
Li
S-P
SP
Department of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Taoyuan, Taiwan.
Fang
T-J
TJ
Lee
S-W
SW
Li
H-Y
HY
D001193:Arytenoid Cartilage / Q000002:abnormalities; D004825:Epiglottis / Q000002:abnormalities*; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D008297:Male; D010855:Pierre Robin Syndrome / Q000150:complications*; D015619:Respiratory System Abnormalities / Q000209:etiology*