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Pierre Robin sequence

Pierre Robin sequence (pronounced pee-AIR roh-BAN see-kwens) is a condition present at birth, in which the infant has a smaller than normal lower jaw (micrognathia), a tongue that falls back in the throat and obstructs the airway (glossoptosis), and difficulty breathing. Some infants with this condition may also have an opening in the roof of the mouth (a cleft palate).

Etymology

The condition is named after the French stomatologist Pierre Robin, who first described it in the 1920s.

Related Terms

  • Micrognathia: A condition in which the lower jaw is undersized.
  • Glossoptosis: A condition in which the tongue falls back into the throat.
  • Cleft palate: A condition in which there is an opening in the roof of the mouth.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of Pierre Robin sequence may be made shortly after birth during a physical examination. The diagnosis can be confirmed with a physical examination and medical imaging.

Treatment

Treatment for Pierre Robin sequence usually involves managing the breathing and feeding problems that result from the small lower jaw and displaced tongue. In some cases, surgery may be necessary.

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