Congenital absence of the epiglottis

Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol. 1998 Oct 15;45(3):237-41. doi: 10.1016/s0165-5876(98)00082-2.

Abstract

The congenital absence of the epiglottis is a very rare anomaly. We present a patient who has a complete absence of the epiglottis, illustrated with an endoscopic photograph, review the literature and discuss the management of patients with this condition.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Epiglottis / abnormalities*
  • Epiglottis / diagnostic imaging
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Laryngoscopy
  • Male
  • Radiography