“INCIDENCE OF RECURRENT LARYNGEAL NERVE PALSY IN THORACIC SURGERY IN NEONATES.”
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This article examines the incidence of recurrent laryngeal nerve palsy as a complication in neonatal thoracic surgical procedures. RLN injury, historically associated with thyroid surgery, is increasingly recognized in pediatric thoracic, esophageal, and cardiovascular operations, with variable rates depending on procedure type.
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- RLN injury is a recognized complication across cervical, thoracic, and cardiac surgeries in pediatric and adult populations.
- Originally identified in thyroid/parathyroid procedures, RLN injury now documented in esophageal, pulmonary, and cardiovascular surgeries.
- Incidence of RLN injury varies based on specific surgical procedure type and individual patient characteristics.
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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. “INCIDENCE OF RECURRENT LARYNGEAL NERVE PALSY IN THORACIC SURGERY IN NEONATES.”. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2025-04-29. https://dev.library.globalcastmd.com/article/10440?via_space=staycurrentmd
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