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PMID: 23374636 Owner: NLM Status: Publisher |
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Objective: Congenital lymphatic malformations are a challenging clinical problem. There is currently no universally accepted treatment for the management of microcystic disease. We describe the novel use of an existing technology (radiofrequency ablation, also termed Coblation) for the debulking of paediatric microcystic lymphatic malformations involving the upper aerodigestive tract. Methods: Five children with microcystic or mixed-type lymphatic malformations were included in this retrospective case series. Results: Each child had a satisfactory outcome following radiofrequency debulking, with improved oral intake and airway symptoms. No serious complications were reported. These findings constitute level IV evidence. Conclusion: We recommend radiofrequency ablation as a safe, viable alternative to existing techniques for the treatment of paediatric microcystic lymphatic malformations of the upper aerodigestive tract. Radiofrequency ablation achieves effective debulking of microcysts whilst avoiding excessive bleeding and thermal damage to surrounding tissues. This paper constitutes the first report of successful treatment of airway obstruction due to paediatric laryngopharyngeal microcystic disease, using radiofrequency ablation. |
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J Goswamy; S E Penney; I A Bruce; M P Rothera |
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Type: JOURNAL ARTICLE Date: 2013-2-4 |
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Title: The Journal of laryngology and otology Volume: - ISSN: 1748-5460 ISO Abbreviation: J Laryngol Otol Publication Date: 2013 Feb |
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Created Date: 2013-2-4 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: 1-6 Citation Subset: - |
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Department of Paediatric Otolaryngology, Royal Manchester Children's Hospital, Manchester, UK. |
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