Title
Delayed diagnosis of an infected vallecular cyst in an infant
Publication Date
2018
Journal Title
J Pediat Surg Case Rep
Abstract
© 2018 The Authors Vallecular cysts in newborns/infants are rare and frequently misdiagnosed. However, certain characteristics distinguish this entity from other common entities that are diagnosed in this age group. We present a case of a vallecular cyst in an infant initially diagnosed as laryngomalacia, and explore possible reasons why this case was initially misdiagnosed based on the etiologies and natural history of this uncommon pediatric upper airway problem.
Volume Number
38
Pages
41 - 42
Document Type
Article
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
General Pediatrics
DOI
10.1016/j.epsc.2018.08.008