What Is Inspiratory Stridor

Generally, an inspiratory stridor suggests airway obstruction above the glottis while an expiratory stridor is indicative of obstruction in the lower trachea. A biphasic stridor suggests a glottic or subglottic

What causes a stridor?

Stridor is a high-pitched sound that is usually heard best when your child breathes in (known as “inspiration”). It’s usually caused by an obstruction or narrowing in your child’s upper airway.

Is stridor an emergency?

Stridor represents an emergency situation and may require urgent ENT or respiratory assessment. You may need to discuss the patient with ITU in order to secure the airway, particularly if the history is not clear cut. Discuss any patients with a Registrar or above immediately.