Croup (acute laryngotracheobronchitis) Flashcards
1
Q
what is it
A
childhood condition (<3 most affected), common Inflammatory oedema extends to vocal cords and epiglottis causing narrowing
2
Q
what are symptoms
A
initial cold symptoms
stridor
bark like cough
hoars croaky voice
3
Q
what causes it
A
parainfluenza virus
4
Q
how is it diagnosed
A
symptoms based
5
Q
how is it treated
A
oral/IM steroid (dexamethasone)
nebulised adrenaline - short term relief
6
Q
what are complications
A
airway obstruction
secondary infection
other complications
