Respiratory distress in the newborn - an ophthalmologic diagnosis

Authors

  • Tiago Daniel da Silva Maio
  • Ágata Mota
  • José Alberto Lemos
  • Isabel Ribeiro

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.48560/rspo.15119

Abstract

The presence of a congenital dacryocystocele is rare, the presence of two with nasal extension compromising respiratory function, make this an atypical case that requires immediate action by the ophthalmologist.

We present the case of a newborn that during the first hours of life presented respiratory distress. Dacryocystocele resolution and symptomatic improvement were observed after conservative treatment.

Keywords: congenital dacryocystocele; newborn; respiratory distress; conservative treatment

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Published

2019-01-30

How to Cite

Maio, T. D. da S., Mota, Ágata, Lemos, J. A., & Ribeiro, I. (2019). Respiratory distress in the newborn - an ophthalmologic diagnosis. Revista Sociedade Portuguesa De Oftalmologia, 42(4). https://doi.org/10.48560/rspo.15119

Issue

Vol. 42 No. 4 (2018)

Section

Shot Communications and Images in Ophthalmology

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CC BY

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