Neonates mostly undergo intubation and prolonged mechanical ventilation in response to the respiratory insufficiency or for protection of the airway. These neonates are extubated either accidently or by planned methodology. One of the frequent complications following extubation in children on mechanical ventilation is upper airway edema (1). These patients usually present with respiratory insufficiency, stridor, or both. This may lead to re-intubation and an increased length of stay in the intensive care unit for further monitoring and treatment, consequently, increasing the economic burden on the caregivers (2).
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