Abstract
Croup syndrome is a condition characterized by upper respiratory tract stenosis triggered by various kinds of viral infection. Although the syndrome is common in children, adult croup is very rare. A 24-years-old female complained of productive cough and sore throat for three days, for which she had taken over-the-counter medication. She visited an emergency outpatient department after developing severe dyspnea. She presented with inspiratory stridor, hoarseness and barking cough. Multidetector computed tomography (MDCT) revealed severe subglottic stenosis, and she was diagnosed as having croup. Laryngoscopy showed mucosal swelling and edema in the subglottic space. The patient was immediately admitted, and adrenalin inhalation and venous injection of steroids were started. Her complaints disappeared within a few days and she was discharged on day 6.
