What is Croup? (Medical Definition) | Laryngotracheobronchitis

What is Croup? This video covers the Medical Definition and provides a quick overview of Laryngotracheobronchitis.
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➡️ What is Croup?
Croup is an acute upper airway infection that results in subglottic swelling and an obstruction below the vocal cords. It most commonly occurs in infants and children and results in inspiratory stridor. This means that it's common for the child to have a "barking" cough. Another name for Croup that you may have heard is Laryngotracheobronchitis. One important thing to remember about Croup is that there is subglottic swelling. This means that the obstruction occurs below the vocal cords. This is the primary way to differentiate this condition from Epiglottitis because instead, it has supraglottic swelling which means that it occurs above the vocal cords. So while Croup and Epiglottitis may appear to be similar, as a Respiratory Therapist or medical professional, it's important to be able to know the difference between the two.

➡️ Croup Signs and Symptoms:
▪ Stridor
▪ Barking cough
▪ Hoarseness
▪ Dyspnea
▪ Tachypnea
▪ Fever
▪ Difficulty swallowing
▪ Intercostal retractions
▪ Use of accessory muscles while breathing

If you or a patient has been diagnosed with a condition or are experiencing symptoms, as always, please speak with your doctor for medical advice and treatment.

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🚑MEDICAL DISCLAIMER
Medicine and Respiratory Therapy are continuously changing practices. The information in this video is for educational and entertainment purposes only. For medical advice, please consult with a physician or qualified medical professional.

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⏰TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
0:05 - What is Croup?
1:14 - Croup Signs and Symptoms

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