Laringitis aguda obstructiva o crup viral / Acute laryngotracheitis or viral croup
Rev. Hosp. Clin. Univ. Chile
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25(3): 253-257, 2014. tab
Article
in Spanish
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RESUMEN
We present the problem of viral croup or acute laryngotracheitis as an important respiratory issue in children that often prompts parents to seek physician consultation. Despite its frequency, there is still controversy among the medical team regarding its treatment. The problem will be defined and analyzed in-depth in terms of pathogenesis, to finally suggest a simple, clinically effective treatment than can be applied in any emergency service. We highlight the importance of epinephrine and corticosteroids in the acute treatment of these patients...
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Main subject:
Croup
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Laryngitis
Limits:
Child
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Child, preschool
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Female
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Humans
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Infant
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Male
Language:
Spanish
Journal:
Rev. Hosp. Clin. Univ. Chile
Journal subject:
Medicine
Year:
2014
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Chile
Institution/Affiliation country:
Hospital Clínico Universidad de Chile/CL
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