CROUPE SYNDROME: MANAGEMENT IN EMERGENCY

Abstract

Viral croup, also known as laryngotracheobronchitis, is the most common cause of upper airway obstruction in children. It accounts for 1.5% to 6% of respiratory tract illnesses in childhood, affecting boys more than girls, and is most common in children between 6 months and 3 years old, with peak incidence in late autumn. The aim of this review article is to address the clinical aspects of viral croup as well as its management in emergency settings. A search was conducted for scientific evidence to analyze and review Croup Syndrome and its management as an emergency condition. Articles in English were retrieved from the PUBMED platform using keywords such as “croup,” “syndrome,” “children,” “emergency,” and “treatment.”When managing a child in the emergency room, the primary goal is to maintain the airway as quickly as possible. Medications such as nebulized adrenaline and dexamethasone are used, along with treatment for other signs and symptoms, constant monitoring, and oxygen therapy if necessary. Croup syndrome is a significant condition in pediatrics. Despite its viral etiology, it can lead to serious consequences for the patient, including death.