Learn About Laryngomalacia

What is the definition of Laryngomalacia?
Laryngomalacia is an abnormality of the voice box (larynx) that leads to the inward collapse of the airway when air is drawn into the lungs (inspiration). It usually becomes apparent at birth or shortly after birth. The most common symptom is noisy breathing (stridor) that is often worse when the infant is on his/her back or crying. In more severe cases, symptoms may include difficulty breathing with the chest pulling inward (retraction), poor weight gain from difficulty feeding, apnea, and cyanosis. The underlying cause of the condition is unknown. Most cases occur sporadically in people with no family history of the condition.
What are the alternative names for Laryngomalacia?
  • Laryngomalacia
  • Congenital laryngeal stridor
  • Congenital laryngomalacia
  • Laryngomalacia congenital
Who are the top Laryngomalacia Local Doctors?
Jeffrey P. Simons
Elite in Laryngomalacia
Pediatric Otolaryngology
Elite in Laryngomalacia
Pediatric Otolaryngology

Pediatric Ear Nose And Throat In Bridgeville

205 Millers Run Road, 
Bridgeville, PA 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

Dr. Jeffrey Simons is an assistant professor of otolaryngology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and a full-time member of the clinical staff at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He received his undergraduate degree from Duke University and his medical degree from the Washington University School of Medicine. He completed residency in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery at UPMC. Dr. Simons then completed a clinical and research fellowship in pediatric otolaryngology at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. He is board-certified in otolaryngology and is a subspecialty Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. Dr. Simons is also a member of the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, the Society for Ear, Nose & Throat Advances in Children, the American Medical Association, and several other professional societies. His clinical interests encompass all aspects of pediatric otolaryngology, including airway and ear disorders. View Dr. Simon's full list of publications from PubMed. Dr. Simons is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Gastroesophageal Reflux in Infants, Tongue Tie, Adenoidectomy, and Endoscopy.

Stacey L. Ishman
Elite in Laryngomalacia
Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
Elite in Laryngomalacia
Pediatric Otolaryngology | Otolaryngology
1675 Highland Ave, 
Madison, WI 
Languages Spoken:
English
Accepting New Patients

Stacey Ishman is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist and an Otolaryngologist in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Ishman is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. Her top areas of expertise are Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Laryngomalacia, Mastoiditis, Adenoidectomy, and Glossectomy. Dr. Ishman is currently accepting new patients.

 
 
 
 
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Elite in Laryngomalacia
Otolaryngology
Elite in Laryngomalacia
Otolaryngology
333 Longwood Ave, Floor 3, 
Boston, MA 
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
Accepting New Patients

Reza Rahbar is an Otolaryngologist in Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Rahbar is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Laryngomalacia. His top areas of expertise are Laryngomalacia, Laryngeal Cleft, Larynx Atresia, Myringotomy, and Adenoidectomy. Dr. Rahbar is currently accepting new patients.

What are the latest Laryngomalacia Clinical Trials?
Laryngomalacia, Examinations and Quality of Life in Children Before and After Treatment With Follow-up After 1 Year

Summary: Laryngomalacia is the most frequent cause of stridor in children under 1 year. The airway obstruction generates turbulent airway flow and creates the characteristic high-frequency stridor sound. In addition, the airway obstruction can cause apnea, a following drop in oxygen saturation and sleep disturbances. The symptoms of laryngomalacia are often worsened by activity, feeding, crying and lying f...

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Published Date: May 02, 2022
Published By: Genetic and Rare Diseases Informnation Center

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