• Int. J. Pediatr. Otorhinolaryngol. · Nov 2013

    Evaluation and management of pediatric near-hanging injury.

    • Alyssa M Hackett and Dennis J Kitsko.
    • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Department of Otolaryngology, United States.
    • Int. J. Pediatr. Otorhinolaryngol. 2013 Nov 1; 77 (11): 1899-901.

    IntroductionChildren surviving a strangulation event are unique from adults in that they are at risk for significant airway compromise due to the smaller relative size of their airways. To date, no study has specifically evaluated the laryngeal findings and management of pediatric near-hanging patients.MethodsA retrospective chart review was performed on all near-hangings presenting to the a tertiary care children's hospital from January 2001 until June 2010. Demographic information was compiled in addition to laryngeal findings.ResultsSixteen children were identified. Four had a documented laryngeal injury, one of which was a major injury requiring a tracheotomy.ConclusionLaryngeal examination should be standard of care for any child presenting after a near-hanging event.Copyright © 2013 Elsevier Ireland Ltd. All rights reserved.

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