| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4116233 | International Journal of Pediatric Otorhinolaryngology Extra | 2009 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
SummaryCongenital vallecular cyst is a rare disease in neonates and infants. Even though benign in nature, it owns a high potential morbidity and mortality. Stridor, dyspnea, feeding difficulties, coughing, voice changes, failure to thrive are the most common symptoms. The authors report a case of a 4-month-old infant who presented with a failure to thrive and respiratory distress due to a congenital vallecular cyst. Marsupialization was performed with total symptoms resolution.
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Authors
Grasso Domenico Leonardo, Marchetti Federico, Norbedo Stefania, Furlan Caterina, Schleef Jurgeen, Zocconi Elisabetta,