International Pediatric Otolaryngology Group (IPOG) consensus recommendations: Evaluation and management of congenital tracheal stenosis. (October 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Sidell, Douglas R.; Meister, Kara D.; de Alarcon, Alessandro; Boudewyns, An; Brigger, Matthew; Chun, Robert; Fayoux, Pierre; Goudy, Steven; Hart, Catherine K.; Hewitt, Richard; Hsu, Wei-Chung; Javia, Luv R.; Johnson, Romaine F.; Messner, Anna H.; Moreddu, Eric; Nicollas, Richard; Prager, Jeremy D.; Rahbar, Reza; Rickert, Scott; Rossi, Marie-Eva; Russell, John; Rutter, Michael; Sandu, Kishore; Smith, Richard J.H.; Soma, Marlene; Thierry, Briac; Trozzi, Marilena; White, David R.; Balakrishnan, Karthik
• Is Part Of: International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology. Volume 161(2022)
• Publication Date: 2022-10
• Subjects: Tracheal stenosis -- Congenital -- Airway -- Airway reconstruction -- Tracheoplasty -- Stridor; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; Pediatrics -- Periodicals; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; Pediatrics -- Periodicals; Oto-rhino-laryngologie -- Périodiques; Pédiatrie -- Périodiques; 618.9209751
• DOI: 10.1016/j.ijporl.2022.111251
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0165-5876

Abstract

Abstract: Objectives: To outline an expert-based consensus of recommendations for the diagnosis and management of pediatric patients with congenital tracheal stenosis. Methods: Expert opinions were sought from members of the International Pediatric Otolaryngology Group (IPOG) via completion of an 18-item survey utilizing an iterative Delphi method and review of the literature. Results: Forty-three members completed the survey providing recommendations regarding the initial history, clinical evaluation, diagnostic evaluation, temporizing measures, definitive repair, and post-repair care of children with congenital tracheal stenosis. Conclusion: These recommendations are intended to be used to support clinical decision-making regarding the evaluation and management of children with congenital tracheal stenosis. Responses highlight the diverse management strategies and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to care of these patients.