Management of Pediatric Sinusitis and Indications for Surgical Intervention in Children
Through case
presentations, the authors will review the diagnosis of chronic and acute
sinusitis in the pediatric patient and discuss management techniques including
both medical and surgical interventions.
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AAPA: 1.0
Description
Outcome Objectives:
At the conclusion of this activity, the participants should be able to:
- Understand the appropriate diagnosis and treatment options for acute and chronic sinusitis in different pediatric populations.
- Recognize the appropriate scenarios in which to recommend sinus surgery.
- Understand special populations at risk for more frequent or more severe sinusitis.
- Identify complications of sinusitis and medical and surgical management of these.
Authors:
Claire M. Lawlor, MD
Pediatric OtolaryngologyChildren's National Health Center
Washington, D.C.
Chris H. Azbell, MD
Pediatric Otolaryngology
University of Kentucky Medical Center
Lexington, KY
Sanjeet V. Rangarajan, MD, MEng, FARS
Rhinology and Allergy
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN
University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Memphis, TN
Patrick C. Walz, MD, FAAP, FACS
Pediatric Otolaryngology
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, OH
