Bilateral Congenital Choanal Atresia: A Case Report

Choanal atresia is an uncommon congenital anomaly of nose caused by failure of resorption of the bucco-pharyngeal membrane during embryonic development. Bilateral choanal atresia presents with severe respiratory distress and cyanosis at birth and is alleviated by crying. Surgery is the definitive treatment. We discuss successful management of a neonate with bilateral choanal atresia.