Laryngeal webs is a congenital (present at birth) condition described as partial obstruction in the larynx (voice box), between the vocal cords. The condition mostly occurs in babies, and starts developing in the early stages of pregnancy, and fails to disappear as they grow, which leads to them being born with it. This partial obstruction can lead to substantial hoarseness of the voice.<\/p>\n
Laryngeal webs are usually associated with some genetic conditions like DiGeorge Syndrome, and subglottic stenosis, which is the narrowing of the windpipe just beneath the vocal folds (also known as the subglottis).<\/p>\n
Laryngeal webs can commonly occur due to:<\/p>\n
Common symptoms of laryngeal webs include:<\/p>\n
If the laryngeal web condition is severe, the patient might require tracheotomy immediately after birth. Other than that, the condition can also be treated by repairing the web endoscopically, which means without an external excision. Other times it can be repaired with a neck excision.<\/p>\n
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