Idiopathic subglottic stenosis in a pregnant woman: successful treatment with dilatation and Nd: YAG laser ablation
Tanaffos. 2007; 6 (4): 58-62
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ABSTRACT
Idiopathic subglotic stenosis [ISS] is a rare progressive condition affecting young females. The cause is unknown and in some reports relation with anti-cytoplasmic antibodies [ANCA] and gastroesophageal reflux disease [GERD] has been reported. Surgical resection of stenotic area or dilatation with laser ablation are the main treatment options. We report a case of ISS in a five-month pregnant woman with gradual deterioration who was treated with dilatation by rigid bronchoscopy and laser ablation of excessive tissue
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Index:
IMEMR
Main subject:
Spirometry
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Bronchoscopy
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Pregnancy
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Gastroesophageal Reflux
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Antibodies, Antineutrophil Cytoplasmic
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Laser Therapy
Type of study:
Case_reports
Limits:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
Language:
En
Journal:
Tanaffos
Year:
2007