Endoscopic Anterior Cricoid Split with Dilation

Endoscopic anterior cricoid split may be performed as an adjunct to balloon dilation in select patients with subglottic stenosis. It offers the possibility for the treatment of more significant, mature subglottic stenosis, as well as congenital subglottic stenosis with cartilaginous anomaly endoscopically whereas previously these patients could only successfully be treated with an open procedure. Here the indications, preoperative workup, operative technique and post-operative considerations are outlined.

Source: Operative Techniques in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery - September 27, 2022 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Carol Nhan, Faisal Zawawi Source Type: research