Studies from State University Update Current Data on Laryngitis (Position Paper of Diagnosis and Treatment of Post-extubation Laryngitis In Children: a Multidisciplinary Expert-based Opinion).

A recent study conducted in Campinas, Brazil, provides recommendations for the diagnosis and treatment of post-extubation laryngitis (PEL) in children. The study utilized a modified Delphi method and involved specialists in pediatric otolaryngology and pediatric and neonatal intensive care. The study found that stridor was the most common symptom, and airway endoscopy was recommended for definitive diagnosis. Systemic corticosteroids, specifically dexamethasone, were recommended as part of the medical treatment. The study also highlighted the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in managing post-extubation laryngitis. [Extracted from the article]