Columella erosion secondary to nasal prongs in the neonate. (17th June 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Campbell, Ewan; Pacifico, Marc D
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 2016
• Publication Date: 2016-06-17
• Subjects: Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2015-212510
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : There is limited awareness of the risks of pressure necrosis to the columella when using nasal prongs in the neonate. Previous studies have found that signs of skin damage can occur rapidly—within days. This case report aims to illustrate a simple technique of prophylactically lowering the risk of septal injury (if prolonged use of nasal prongs is envisaged), as well as a way of conservatively treating already damaged skin areas. Routine daily skin inspections are also recommended.