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Atypical Bilateral and Unilateral Vocal Cord Paralysis in Two Neonates With Williams Syndrome. [PDF]

Case Rep Pediatr
Williams syndrome is a rare genetic disorder occurring in approximately 1 in 7500 individuals. The condition occurs as a result of deletions within chromosome 7q11.23, manifesting a unique phenotype with a wide constellation of symptoms. In this report of two cases, we present the care of two early‐term infants with Williams syndrome.
Arya P, Hamrick MC, Mackowiak B, Buckler B, Haldeman-Englert C, Ambrose SE.   +5 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Complications and misdiagnoses associated with infant frenotomy: results of a healthcare professional survey

International Breastfeeding Journal, 2022
Background In the past 10–15 years, there has been increased concern about ankyloglossia and its effect on infant breastfeeding. This has been associated with increased performance of frenotomy.
Mary E. O’Connor, Alison M. Gilliland, Yvonne LeFort   +2 more
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Effect of Lingual Frenotomy on Tongue and Lip Rest Position: A Nonrandomized Clinical Trial

International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology, 2022
Introduction The tongue plays an important role in the development of craniofacial structures. At rest, the light and constant pressure of the tongue against the hard palate, counterbalanced by the pressure provided by proper lip sealing, serves as a ...
Roberta Lopes Castro Martinelli, Irene Queiroz Marchesan, Reinaldo Jordão Gusmão, Giédre Berretin-Felix   +3 more
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Grouping of Ankyloglossia According to Coryllos Anatomical Classification and Follow-Up Results for Breastfeeding: Single-Center, Cross-Sectional Study

Children, 2022
Ankyloglossia is a condition of limited tongue mobility caused by a short lingual frenulum. The diagnosis and treatment of ankyloglossia are still controversial.
Mehmet Ali Narsat, Abdulvehhap Beygirci, Gökçen Tuğçe Özdönmez, Eren Yıldız   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Brazilian Academy of Paediatric Otorhinolaryngology Task Force - lingual frenulum disorders in childhood - evidence-based recommendations. [PDF]

Braz J Otorhinolaryngol
Objective: To provide evidence-based recommendations for the diagnosis, assessment of functional impact, and management of altered lingual frenulum in children.
Caixeta JAS, Pazinatto DB, Padoin RCPK, Lubianca Neto JF, Avelino MAG, Chen VG, Vazzoler TMF, Castellano LT, Pirana S, Miura CS, Magalhães EJC, Pereira RG.   +11 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Miofrenuloplasty for Full Functional Tongue Release in Ankyloglossia in Adults and Adolescents—Preliminary Report and Step-by-Step Technique Showcase

Medicina, 2021
Background and Objectives: Ankyloglossia is a functional term describing limitations of motor activity of the tongue due to the embryological malformation of the lingual frenulum. The lingual frenulum has a complex, three-dimensional structure, it is not
Jakub Bargiel, Michał Gontarz, Krzysztof Gąsiorowski, Tomasz Marecik, Paweł Szczurowski, Jan Zapała, Grażyna Wyszyńska-Pawelec   +6 more
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Salvage Frenuloplasty With Porcine Small Intestinal Submucosa Graft in a Newborn Following Unsuccessful Laser Release: A Case Report [PDF]

Case Reports in Otolaryngology
Introduction As the number of frenotomy procedures increases worldwide, the recognition and management of potential complications has become increasingly relevant. Postprocedural scarring following laser release may severely restrict tongue mobility in infants and occasionally requires surgical revision.
O’Connor-Reina C, Iriarte M, Alcala L, Correa E, Baptista P, Plaza G.   +5 more
europepmc   +2 more sources

Thermal welding frenotomy on neglected tongue tie: a case report

JKS (Jurnal Kedokteran Syiah Kuala), 2023
Introduction: Tongue tie, also known as ankyloglossia, is characterized by a small lingual frenum that often prevents the tongue from moving. It is a rare congenital mouth abnormality that might lead to functional problems such as improper swallowing ...
Rizka Fakhriani, Fadli Robby Amsriza
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Atmospheric Plasma Lingual Frenectomy Followed by Post Operative Tongue Exercises: A Case Series

Children, 2023
The lingual frenulum is a submucosal component significantly involved in the mobility of the tongue. In the case of short lingual frenulum, different surgical approaches have been proposed.
Antonio Scarano, Rosanna Di Giulio, Sergio Alexandre Gehrke, Gianluca Tagariello, Francesco Romano, Felice Lorusso   +5 more
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Effect of frenotomy on breastfeeding variables in infants with ankyloglossia (tongue-tie): a prospective before and after cohort study

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 2017
Background Controversy exists regarding ankyloglossia (tongue-tie) and its clinical impact on breastfeeding, including the benefits, or otherwise, of tongue-tie release (frenotomy). As exclusive breastfeeding rates in Ireland are already considerably low
Kathryn Muldoon, Louise Gallagher, Denise McGuinness, Valerie Smith   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source