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Repair of Choanal Atresia
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Surgery cures the problem. Most children need only one operation. But in some cases, the procedure may be repeated if the nasal passages close again.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: Reference November 7, 2011 |
| Medical Review: | Reference Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Reference Donald R. Mintz, MD - Otolaryngology |
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