A rare case: Antenatally diagnosed congenital high airway obstruction syndrome

Abstract

Congenital high airway obstruction syndrome (CHAOS) is a rare life-threatening fetal condition resulting from obstruction of the upper fetal airway which may be partial or complete. Prenatal diagnosis is crucial as it usually results in stillbirth or death after delivery if unrecognized. We report a case of CHAOS that was diagnosed prenatally due to characteristic ultrasound features. We also briefly review literature in light of current management options.

Keywords

• Chaos
• Congenital high airway obstruction
• Laryngeal atresia
• Antenatal sonography chaos
• Echogenic lungs
• Inverted diaphragm