Abstract
We describe a newborn with a congenital, lingual cyst. A heterotopic cyst in the tongue can cause respiratory and feeding problems. Hetero topic cysts arise probably by development impairment during embryo-genesis at the foregut. Transoral excision is the treatment of choice. Cyst aspiration may be useful in facilitating intubation or acute respiratory insufficiency.
Translated title of the contribution | Airway obstruction due to a congenital lingual cyst in a neonate |
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Original language | Dutch |
Pages (from-to) | 173-176 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Nederlands Tijdschrift voor Keel- Neus- Oorheelkunde |
Volume | 15 |
Issue number | 4 |
Publication status | Published - Oct 2009 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Congenital
- Heterotopic cyst
- Lingual cyst