Laryngomalacia Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common cause of stridor in infants?
A
Laryngomalacia
Laryngomalacia is characterized by the softening of airway cartilage.
2
Q
What physical position mitigates noisy breathing in infants with laryngomalacia?
A
Prone (on stomach) or upright
Placement in these positions helps alleviate symptoms.
3
Q
What is the typical age of infants affected by laryngomalacia?
A
Under the age of 1
Symptoms are commonly observed in infants younger than one year.
4
Q
Does laryngomalacia require treatment?
A
No, it almost always self-resolves
Most cases do not necessitate medical intervention.
5
Q
Fill in the blank: Laryngomalacia involves _______ of airway cartilage.
A
softening
This softening leads to stridor in infants.
