Advances in laryngotracheal reconstruction in children

Abstract

Subglottic stenosis continues to present challenges to the surgeon. Treatment has evolved over the past 3 decades and currently includes both endoscopic and open surgical methods. Open surgical procedures to treat severe subglottic stenosis usually involve either a laryngotracheoplasty with cartilage expansion or partial cricotracheal resection with anastomosis. It is essential to carefully evaluate each patient in order to choose the best operation for that particular patient and achieve successful decannulation.