Nasal obstruction in the newborn: An unusual cause
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https://doi.org/10.25753/BirthGrowthMJ.v33.i3.28159Keywords:
choanal stenosis, nasal obstruction, newborn, respiratory distressAbstract
Nasal obstruction is clinically relevant in neonates because they are obligate nasal breathers. Several causes should be considered, namely congenital anomalies of the nasal cavity leading to obstruction/stenosis. Although rare, choanal atresia/stenosis should always be considered upfront in the differential diagnosis. The authors report the case of a newborn with severe nasal obstruction and signs of respiratory distress shortly after birth. Etiologic workup revealed partial choanal stenosis due to vomer prominence, an unusual nasal deformity only resolved after a minimally invasive procedure.
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