The first-of-its kind bioengineering and biomaterials laboratory is dedicated to innovating new techniques and devices to advance the field of pediatric laryngology.

A 4-month-old infant, L.M., was referred to ENT at CHOP for an evaluation of noisy breathing and GERD. After scheduling the evaluation, L.M. had two episodes of apnea resulting in blue spells while feeding.

Karen Zur, MD, discusses a systemic therapy that has been shown to be effective in resolving recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) in pediatric patients.

New national poison control guidelines recommend ingesting honey after swallowing button battery to prevent injury.

CHOP and NCH research found ingesting honey after swallowing button battery reduces injury and improves outcomes.

Three Frontier Programs (NeoCLD Program, Mitochondrial Medicine, and Pediatric Airway Disorders) have made world-changing discoveries, delivered lifesaving therapies, and provided exceptional care.

Approximately 12,000 children present to U.S. EDs annually with symptoms of aspirated foreign bodies. Read about a recent case involving FBA and the steps that led to the diagnosis.

All patients with suspected laryngomalacia should be evaluated by a pediatric otolaryngologist. Patients with more severe presentations (failure to thrive, retractions, aspiration, etc.) may benefit from an evaluation in CHOP’s Center for Pediatric Airway Disorders.

A new treatment approach for bilateral vocal fold paralysis — endoscopic laryngoplasty of anterior-posterior cricoid split with balloon dilation — has evolved with possible avoidance of a tracheostomy.