Flexible Fiberoptic Bronchoscopy Directed Interventions in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Indian Pediatr
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2019 Jul; 56(7): 563-565
Artigo
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ABSTRACT
Objective:
To describe the utility of flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy for the diagnosis andmanagement in the neonatal ICU.Methods:
A retrospective, medical chart review wasconducted in neonates who underwent flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy over a period of 7years. Besides demographic data and diagnostic findings, the results of medical and/orsurgical interventions done by treating neonatologist were recorded.Results:
88bronchoscopies were performed in 83 neonates, of which 37 were done throughendotracheal tube. Indications included persistent need for mechanical ventilation (32),persistent atelectasis (21), and stridor (27). Most common airway anomalies diagnosedincluded tracheobronchomalacia (20), laryngomalacia (18), subglottic stenosis (7), choanalatresia (4), laryngeal cleft (4), and tracheoesophageal fistula (4). Surgical interventions wereundertaken in 17 cases (9 tracheostomies and 2 cases of slide tracheoplasty).Conclusion:
Flexible fiberoptic bronchoscopy can be beneficial for the diagnosis and management ofneonates with persistent or undiagnosed respiratory problems.
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Indian Pediatr
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2019
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