By ULY CLINIC

 

Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis (Laryngeal Papillomas)

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Introduction

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It is the commonest benign laryngeal tumor of the larynx caused by Human papilloma virus (HPV), occurring in both children and adults. It has a higher recurrence rate in children than in adults, among adults it may turn into a malignancy.

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Diagnostic Criteria

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• Hoarse voice, audible respiration (inspiratory stridor)

• Progressive difficulty in breathing 

• Progressive inspiratory stridor

• On and off cough 

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Investigations:

• Perform a thorough respiratory system examination

• Indirect laryngoscopy for papilloma croups on the larynx 

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Non-Pharmacological Treatment:

• If in distress, perform a tracheostomy first then refer  

 

Referral:

• Refer the patient to the next facility with adequate expertise and facilities

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Updated on, 30.10.2020

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References

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1. STG