%0 Journal Article
%T International Pediatric Otolaryngology Group (IPOG) consensus recommendations: Evaluation and management of congenital tracheal stenosis.
%A Sidell DR
%A Meister KD
%A de Alarcon A
%A Boudewyns A
%A Brigger M
%A Chun R
%A Fayoux P
%A Goudy S
%A Hart CK
%A Hewitt R
%A Hsu WC
%A Javia LR
%A Johnson RF
%A Messner AH
%A Moreddu E
%A Nicollas R
%A Prager JD
%A Rahbar R
%A Rickert S
%A Rossi ME
%A Russell J
%A Rutter M
%A Sandu K
%A Smith RJH
%A Soma M
%A Thierry B
%A Trozzi M
%A White DR
%A Balakrishnan K
%J Int J Pediatr Otorhinolaryngol
%V 161
%N 0
%D Oct 2022
%M 35988373
%F 1.626
%R 10.1016/j.ijporl.2022.111251
%X <B>OBJECTIVE: </B>To outline an expert-based consensus of recommendations for the diagnosis and management of pediatric patients with congenital tracheal stenosis.<BR><B>METHODS: </B>Expert opinions were sought from members of the International Pediatric Otolaryngology Group (IPOG) via completion of an 18-item survey utilizing an iterative Delphi method and review of the literature.<BR><B>RESULTS: </B>Forty-three members completed the survey providing recommendations regarding the initial history, clinical evaluation, diagnostic evaluation, temporizing measures, definitive repair, and post-repair care of children with congenital tracheal stenosis.<BR><B>CONCLUSIONS: </B>These recommendations are intended to be used to support clinical decision-making regarding the evaluation and management of children with congenital tracheal stenosis. Responses highlight the diverse management strategies and the importance of a multidisciplinary approach to care of these patients.