Anesthetic Management of a Massive Cystic Hygroma of the Neck in a Neonate.

Puri, Sunaakshi; Jafra, Anudeep; Dogra, Neeti; Sen, Indu Mohini; Solanki, Shailesh.

Puri S; Department of Anaesthesia, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Jafra A; Department of Anaesthesia, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Dogra N; Department of Anaesthesia, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Sen IM; Department of Anaesthesia, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.
Solanki S; Department of Pediatric Surgery, Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, India.

J Indian Assoc Pediatr Surg ; 29(2): 183-185, 2024.

Article en En | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38616834

ABSTRACT

Cystic hygroma of the neck, a congenital benign tumor of the lymphatic system, is a potential cause of neonatal airway obstruction leading to stridor. Meticulous airway evaluation, case appropriate preparation, and use of advanced technology, including videolaryngoscope and ultrasonography, can facilitate the safe management of the difficult airway.

Palabras clave

Cystic hygroma; difficult airway; neck mass; stridor

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