Arch Otolaryngol
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To study changes in quality of life in children after adenotonsillectomy for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) documented by full-night polysomnography. ⋯ Children without significant comorbidities show a marked improvement in the domains of sleep disturbance, physical symptoms, emotional symptoms, and daytime functioning as reported by their caregivers after adenotonsillectomy for OSA.
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Mucopolysaccharidoses (MPS), a group of disorders caused by a genetic disruption, create a special challenge for the otolaryngologist. With the rare types of MPS IV and MPS 1 S, a skilled practitioner is required to abate airway management complications. ⋯ This is a case-by-case presentation of 3 patients with MPS who presented to the Children's Hospital of Michigan with progressive respiratory embarrassment. Discussed are the various issues revolving around our ability to provide proper airway management, from intubation to tracheostomy tube placement.