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Preoperative airway management in a preterm with bilateral choanal atresia

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Bilateral choanal atresia (CA) is a recognized neonatal emergency. Before corrective surgery, provision of a secure airway is crucial. No approach has been specifically advocated for preterm infants. We describe successful use of a novel airway in a preterm infant with CA.

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  1. Winnicott Baby Unit, St Mary's Hospital, London, UK

    R C Fulton, J Banerjee, P Chow & S V Godambe

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Fulton, R., Banerjee, J., Chow, P. et al. Preoperative airway management in a preterm with bilateral choanal atresia. J Perinatol 27, 521–522 (2007). https://doi.org/10.1038/sj.jp.7211778

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