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Flashcards in Croup (acute laryngotracheobronchitis) Deck (6)
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1
Q

what is it

A
childhood condition (<3 most affected), common
Inflammatory oedema extends to vocal cords and epiglottis causing narrowing
2
Q

what are symptoms

A

initial cold symptoms
stridor
bark like cough
hoars croaky voice

3
Q

what causes it

A

parainfluenza virus

4
Q

how is it diagnosed

A

symptoms based

5
Q

how is it treated

A

oral/IM steroid (dexamethasone)

nebulised adrenaline - short term relief

6
Q

what are complications

A

airway obstruction
secondary infection
other complications