Choanal atresia is a congenital medical condition characterized by the blockage or narrowing of nasal choanae (paired openings that connect the nasal cavity to the nasopharynx). Symptoms of choanal atresia include difficulty breathing, cyanosis, and persistent nasal drainage. Transnasal endoscopic surgery helps relieve nasal obstruction and restore airflow in choanal atresia patients.
Choanal Atresia - Causes, Types, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Choanal atresia is a blockage of nasal airways by obstruction due to membranous soft tissue or bone. It is a congenital condition.