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Subglottic Hemangioma

Subglottic Hemangioma OTOLARYNGOLOGIC CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA O-Lee, T. J., Messner, A. 2008; 41 (5): 903-?

Abstract

Subglottic hemangioma is a rare condition that can be potentially life threatening because of airway obstruction. It is common for subglottic hemangioma to be misdiagnosed as croup initially. Infants with a subglottic hemangioma and cutaneous facial hemangiomas in a "beard" distribution should be evaluated for PHACE syndrome. Endoscopic laser resection is effective for subglottic hemangioma but carries a chance of subglottic stenosis, up to 25%. Open excision of subglottic hemangioma is an excellent option, particularly in patients with bilateral or circumferential subglottic hemangioma. It is a more extensive surgery when compared with endoscopic laser resection. Surgeons who do not have access to a pediatric intensive care unit staffed by experienced pediatric intensivists should not use this procedure.

View details for DOI 10.1016/j.otc.2008.04.009

View details for Web of Science ID 000259874600007

View details for PubMedID 18775341