| Chronic non-granulomatous supraglottitis: a rare and difficult disease. | |
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PMID: 22642797 Owner: NLM Status: Publisher |
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Objectives:To examine chronic non-granulomatous supraglottitis, a rare disorder of uncertain aetiology with few reported cases in the literature.Case reports:We describe two cases of chronic non-granulomatous supraglottitis that led to persistent respiratory compromise. Patients underwent extensive investigation that failed to reveal a definitive diagnosis.Conclusion:In patients suffering from chronic inflammation of the supraglottic larynx without evidence of infection, neoplasm or granulomatous disease, many disorders must be ruled out in order to diagnose chronic non-granulomatous supraglottitis, which is a diagnosis of exclusion. We review the literature on this rare entity, discuss current management strategies, and suggest an algorithm for diagnostic investigation. |
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L G Ledgerwood; P C Belafsky |
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Type: JOURNAL ARTICLE Date: 2012-5-29 |
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Title: The Journal of laryngology and otology Volume: - ISSN: 1748-5460 ISO Abbreviation: - Publication Date: 2012 May |
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Created Date: 2012-5-30 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8706896 Medline TA: J Laryngol Otol Country: - |
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Languages: ENG Pagination: 1-4 Citation Subset: - |
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Center for Voice and Swallowing, University of California, Sacramento, USA. |
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