Laryngomalacia ranks as the most prevalent cause of stridor in an infant. It is crucial to make the diagnosis in early infancy as it may affect multiple aspects of growth and development. Stridor and noisy breathing are important symptoms to recognize, as they may indicate varying degrees of respiratory compromise. Thorough airway evaluation is necessary for children suspected of laryngomalacia for accurate diagnosis and proper treatment of the condition and any underlying comorbidities. Successful management requires the coordination of multiple specialties. This activity reviews the diagnosis and management of laryngomalacia and highlights the role of the interprofessional team in the care of patients with this condition.This activity spotlights the spectrum of severity within laryngomalacia, elucidating when watchful waiting suffices for mild cases and when surgical intervention becomes paramount in severe instances. Clinicians gain a comprehensive overview of current diagnostic and management strategies, emphasizing the collaborative role of an interprofessional team in ensuring successful patient care for those with laryngomalacia.
- Provider:StatPearls, LLC
- Activity Link: https://www.statpearls.com/ArticleLibrary/viewarticle/24056
- Start Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- End Date: 2023-09-01 05:00:00
- Credit Details: IPCE Credits: 1.0 hours
AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™️: 1.0 hours
Nursing: 1.0 hours
Pharmacy: 1.0 hours - MOC Credit Details: ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Accredited CME (ABS)
ABPATH - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABPATH)
ABA - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning (ABA)
ABS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABS)
ABP - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Lifelong Learning and Self-Assessment (ABP)
ABOHNS - 1.0 Point; Credit Type(s): Self-Assessment (ABOHNS) - Commercial Support: No
- Activity Type: Enduring Material
- CME Finder Type: Online Learning
- Fee to Participate: Variable
- Measured Outcome: Learner Knowledge, Learner/Team Competence
- Provider Ship: Directly Provided
- Registration: Open to all
- Specialty: Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics, General Otolaryngology, General Pediatrics, Head & Neck/Oral, Hospital Medicine, Laryngology, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, Pediatric Anesthesia, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Pediatric Otolaryngology, Pediatric Pulmonology, Pediatric Surgery, Soft Tissue & Bone