International Pediatric ORL Group (IPOG) Robin Sequence consensus recommendations.

International Pediatric ORL Group (IPOG) Robin Sequence consensus recommendations.:

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International Pediatric ORL Group (IPOG) Robin Sequence consensus recommendations.

Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 2019 Dec 28;130:109855

Authors: Fayoux P, Daniel SJ, Allen G, Balakrishnan K, Boudewyns A, Cheng A, De Alarcon A, Goel D, Hart CK, Leboulanger N, Lee G, Moreddu E, Muntz H, Rahbar R, Nicollas R, Rogers-Vizena CR, Russell J, Rutter MJ, Smith RJH, Wyatt M, Zalzal G, Resnick CM

Abstract

OBJECTIVE: To provide recommendations for the comprehensive management of airway obstruction in patients with Robin Sequence.

METHODS: Expert opinion by the members of the International Pediatric Otolaryngology Group (IPOG).

RESULTS: The consensus statement provides recommendations for medical specialists who manage infants with Robin Sequence including: evaluation and treatment considerations for commonly debated issues in post-natal airway obstruction, assessment of antenatal obstruction and perinatal airway management.

CONCLUSION: Consensus recommendations are aimed at improving management of airway obstruction in patients with Robin Sequence.

PMID: 31896499 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]