Treatment of infants with Syndromic Robin sequence with modified palatal plates: a minimally invasive treatment option

Treatment of infants with Syndromic Robin sequence with modified palatal plates: a minimally invasive treatment option

Abstract Background Infants with Robin sequence (RS) suffer from upper airway obstruction (UAO) and feeding problems. We developed an oral appliance with a velar extension in combination with functional treatment and appropriate feeding techniques, which was proven effective in isolated RS. As the a...

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Main Authors: Silvia Müller-Hagedorn, Wolfgang Buchenau, Jörg Arand, Margit Bacher, Christian F. Poets
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-03-01
Series:Head & Face Medicine
Subjects:
Upper airway obstruction
Syndromic Robin sequence
Palatal plate
Orthodontic treatment
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13005-017-0137-1

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