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Endoscopic fenestration of choanal atresia

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

V. L. Cumberworth ,
B. Djazaeri  and
I. S. Mackay
V. L. Cumberworth*
Affiliation:
FESS Clinic, ENT Department, Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London W6 8RF.
B. Djazaeri
Affiliation:
FESS Clinic, ENT Department, Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London W6 8RF.
I. S. Mackay
Affiliation:
FESS Clinic, ENT Department, Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London W6 8RF.
*
Address for correspondence: Mr V. L. Cumberworth, 14 Grafton Road, Harrow, Middlesex HA1 4QT.
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Abstract

We report two cases of unilateral choanal atresia and one of choanal stenosis treated successfully by endoscopic fenestration, with no recurrence at a mean follow-up of 18 months. Rigid endoscopy and axial CT scanning confirm the clinical diagnosis and this technique avoids the need for stenting or prolonged postoperative stay.

Keywords

Choanal atresiaEndoscopySurgery
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The Journal of Laryngology & Otology , Volume 109 , Issue 1 , January 1995 , pp. 31 - 35
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Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1995

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