Dynamic postcricoid venous malformation causing episodic airway obstruction: a multidisciplinary report.
Joshua Rapp, Brian Kulbersh, Junaid Raja
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Case in brief
A young child presented with episodic airway obstruction due to a dynamic postcricoid hypopharyngeal venous malformation. The diagnosis was confirmed through a multidisciplinary approach involving otolaryngology and interventional radiology. Successful treatment was achieved with percutaneous ethanol sclerotherapy, leading to complete resolution of symptoms and the malformation without complications.
Diagnostic / clinical pearl
Clinicians should consider dynamic venous malformations in pediatric patients presenting with airway obstruction, as these can be effectively managed with multidisciplinary approaches.
Why it matters
This case underscores the role of collaborative care in addressing complex airway vascular anomalies and supports the use of sclerotherapy as a safe treatment option.