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Review
. 2019 Feb 22;19(2):14.
doi: 10.1007/s11882-019-0845-7.

Clinical Guidelines on Chronic Rhinosinusitis in Children

Zachariah Chandy  1 , Elisabeth Ference  2 , Jivianne T Lee  3
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Review

Clinical Guidelines on Chronic Rhinosinusitis in Children

Zachariah Chandy et al. Curr Allergy Asthma Rep. .

Abstract

Purpose of review: Pediatric chronic rhinosinusitis (CRS) is a prevalent problem that can elude diagnosis. In addition, given the burgeoning interest in pediatric sinonasal disease, treatment modalities are constantly evolving.

Recent findings: The diagnosis of pediatric CRS is primarily based on clinical history and signs supported by objective findings (i.e., nasal endoscopy and/or computed tomography (CT) imaging). Cultures are indicated in patients who have not responded to medical therapy or have significant comorbidities. Nasal saline irrigation, nasal saline spray, and oral antibiotics are currently recommended for initial medical management. In children with CRS who have failed medical therapy, a stepwise approach to surgical intervention can lead to significant improvements in quality of life. This review provides an overview of the current guidelines and recent literature regarding the diagnosis, microbiology, and treatment options of CRS in the pediatric population.

Keywords: Chronic rhinosinusitis; Pediatric rhinosinusitis.

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