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Bilateral choanal atresia is a congenital anomaly that is usually sporadic (but some familial cases have been reported), is more commonly seen in females than in males (2:1), and where the nose is blocked on both sides by bony or soft tissue formed during embryological development. It is characterized by respiratory distress relieved by crying and rhinorrhea that presents at birth.
Estimated prevalence: Unknown (Unknown prevalence).
No clinical trials have been registered for choanal atresia, bilateral.
2 publications have been identified in PubMed for choanal atresia, bilateral. Research spans Case Report / Case Series (100%).
Benny Kuriakose E (2025). [PMID: 41290255](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41290255/). *BMJ Case Rep*. [Case Report / Case Series]
Liu X (2025). [PMID: 40749143](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40749143/). *J Craniofac Surg*. [Case Report / Case Series]
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