A non-surgical technique for the treatment of upper airway obstruction in oculoauriculovertebral dysplasia using an intra-oral orthopaedic appliance is described, which resulted in respiratory and feeding problems being solved without side-effects. This non-invasive management might also be of major benefit in the treatment of airway obstruction associated with Pierre Robin sequence, mandibular...

a comparison on dentofacial cephalometric measurements between two mouth breathing groups with anterior and posterior obstructions of nasal airway zaeim* - dr. m.r. baghersad** dr. m.h. toodeh * - assistant professor of oral orthodontics dept. - faculty of dentistry - yazd university of medical sciences. ** - dentist. background and aim: the goal of this study was to compare dentofacial cephalo...

A chest roentgenogram demonstrates lumen collapse as the cause of ventilatory obstruction in an intubated patient. This problem is not restricted to defective tubes but may be caused by overinflation of the cuff in normal tubes. D espite the impressive record of endotracheal tubes as guardians of an unobstructed airway, human and mechanical failure causing these devices to become dangerous site...

BACKGROUND Bilateral vocal fold immobility (BVFI) is a rare diagnosis causing dyspnea, dysphonia and dysphagia. Management depends on respiratory performance, airway patency, vocal ability, and quality-of-life priorities. The authors review the presentation, management and outcome in patients diagnosed with BVFI. The utility and efficacy of the Empey index (EI) and the Expiratory Disproportion ...