Neonatal Choanal Atresia and Stenosis (2025) Beverley Robin

Description

This review addresses the presentation, diagnosis, and management of congenital choanal atresia (CA) and choanal stenosis (CS) in neonates. It differentiates between life-threatening bilateral CA, which presents with respiratory distress and requires immediate surgical correction, and unilateral CA/CS, which can often be managed medically or present later in life. The article emphasizes distinguishing CA/CS from other causes of congenital nasal obstruction.