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- K D Pereira, R B Mitchell, R T Younis, and R H Lazar.
- Otolaryngology Consultants of Memphis, Tenn., USA.
- Chest. 1997 Jun 1;111(6):1769-72.
ObjectiveTo highlight the incidence of subglottic stenosis (SGS) as a complication of surgery for congenital heart disease and the role of single-stage laryngotracheoplasty in treating this complication.DesignRetrospective case series.SettingUniversity-based referral center specializing in surgery for congenital heart disease and complex airway problem management.InterventionLaryngotracheal reconstruction (LTR).Main Outcome MeasureSuccessful airway expansion.ResultsAt last follow-up, 87.5% (7 of 8) of patients remain free of obstructive airway symptoms.ConclusionSGS can complicate surgery for congenital heart disease in children. Single-stage LTR is an effective treatment modality for this problem.
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