Chu G M, Yue V, Abdullah V, Chan H B, To W K, Chan M Y, Kwan A
Department of Otorhinolaryngology, United Christian Hospital, Kwun Tong, Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Med J. 2006 Oct;12(5):381-4.
Airway problems in an unborn foetus that may cause obstruction can be safely managed using an ex-utero intrapartum technique. Advanced technology now allows many congenital airway problems to be diagnosed in the prenatal period. Careful prenatal planning of an ex-utero intrapartum treatment allows safe airway control while the foetus remains on uteroplacental support. It avoids the need for emergent intervention of an acutely obstructed airway in a neonate that often has disastrous consequences.
