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  • Endoscopic Posterior Cricoi...
    Jang, Minyoung; Grunstein, Eli

    The Laryngoscope, September 2021, Letnik: 131, Številka: 9
    Journal Article

    Endoscopic posterior cricoid split and rib grafting (EPCS/RG) for the treatment of posterior laryngeal stenosis has some advantages over traditional open approaches, including improved surgical visualization and decreased morbidity. Many pediatric patients who undergo EPCS/RG have indwelling tracheostomy, which may be utilized to help manage the airway perioperatively. The role for de novo tracheostomy placement at the time of EPCS/RG is less clear. We present three cases from a tertiary children's hospital in which EPCS/RG was safely performed without tracheostomy. For patients with posterior laryngeal stenosis but without tracheostomy, EPCS/RG with endotracheal tube stenting might be a safe option. Laryngoscope, 131:E2599–E2602, 2021