A rare cause of respiratory distress in preterm infants: a case report of acquired subglottic cysts

• Main Authors: Luca Barchi (Author), Giulia Russo (Author), Sara Donvito (Author), Giulia Barbato (Author), Francesco Leo (Author), Elisa Iannella (Author), Angelo Ghidini (Author), Lorenzo Iughetti (Author), Giancarlo Gargano (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background The Subglottic Cysts (SGCs) are a rare cause of respiratory distress in infants. Typical risk factors include male gender, extreme prematurity, gastro-oesophageal reflux and invasive ventilation, the latter being associated with mucosal damage and blockage of the subglottic cysts...