Down Syndrome in Otolaryngology
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Keywords
Down syndrome, pediatric otolaryngology, otology
Abstract
Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal abnormality in Chile. The pa- tients with this syndrome have a number of dysmorphic features and congenital malfor- mations. Many secondary pathologies of these disorders are ENT sphere. There otologic disorders, chronic rhinosinusitis, obstructive sleep apnea, airway obstruction, atlan- toaxial instability, etc. A literature review is performed and the most relevant diseases and confrontation are described.
