Presentation
Several days of respiratory distress and muffled voice.
Patient Data
Age: 2 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Croup
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There is subglottic tracheal narrowing. The prevertebral soft tissues, region of the epiglottis and hypopharynx are normal. The tonsils and adenoids are not well seen.
Case Discussion
This is a case of croup (laryngotracheobronchitis). The patient received a three day course of steroids and racemic adrenaline which stimulates both alpha- and beta-adrenergic receptors, decreasing blood flow and reducing swelling.
The patient was discharged following symptom resolution.
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