What are the Treatment Options for Laryngomalacia?
Most cases of laryngomalacia are mild and resolve on their own by the time the child is 12 to 18 months old. However, in severe cases that cause significant airway obstruction or failure to thrive, medical intervention may be necessary. Treatment options include:
Observation and monitoring Positioning the infant to improve airway patency Thickening feeds to reduce aspiration Medications such as proton pump inhibitors to manage associated gastroesophageal reflux Surgical intervention, such as supraglottoplasty, to remove excess tissue and widen the airway
