ENT Issues in Newborns: A Comprehensive Guide

By renowned authors Dr. Steven L Goudy and Dr. Lucky Jain, this current issue delves into the world of ENT issues affecting newborns. It is a compilation of expert reviews from top institutions, providing insights into various clinical topics.

Airway Anomalies

Expert authors shed light on the different airway anomalies that can affect newborns, including their diagnosis, treatment, and management.

Fetal Evaluation and Airway Management

This section focuses on the importance of fetal evaluation and airway management, highlighting the critical steps involved in ensuring a healthy respiratory system for newborns.

Hearing Loss and Failed NBHS

Readers will learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for hearing loss in newborns, as well as the implications of a failed Newborn Hearing Screening (NBHS).

Aspiration and Dysphagia in the Newborn

This topic covers the risks and consequences of aspiration and dysphagia in newborns, along with preventive measures and treatment strategies.

Cleft Lip and Palate

Expert reviews discuss the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of cleft lip and palate in newborns, emphasizing the importance of early intervention.

Microtia and Facial Anomalies

This section explores the various types of microtia and other facial anomalies that can affect newborns, including their causes, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Cranial Synostosis

Authors provide an in-depth look at cranial synostosis, a condition where the bones in a newborn’s skull fuse too early, and discuss its implications and treatment options.

Pierre Robin Sequence

Readers will gain insight into the Pierre Robin sequence, a set of abnormalities affecting the head and neck, and learn about its diagnosis, treatment, and management.

Vascular Malformations

This topic delves into the different types of vascular malformations that can occur in newborns, including their causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

Choanal Atresia and Other Nasal Masses

Expert authors discuss choanal atresia, a congenital anomaly affecting the nasal passages, and other nasal masses that can impact newborns.

Congenital Neck Masses

This section covers the various types of congenital neck masses, their diagnosis, and treatment options, emphasizing the importance of early detection and intervention.

Subglottic Stenosis

Readers will learn about subglottic stenosis, a narrowing of the airway below the vocal cords, and its implications for newborns, including diagnosis and treatment strategies.

Tracheostomy in the Newborn

Authors provide a comprehensive overview of tracheostomy in newborns, including the reasons for the procedure, its risks, and post-operative care.

Stridor

This topic explores stridor, a high-pitched sound that occurs when air passes through a narrowed or partially blocked airway, and discusses its causes, diagnosis, and treatment options for newborns.

By providing in-depth information on these critical ENT issues affecting newborns, this guide aims to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge they need to make informed clinical decisions and improve patient outcomes.