Abstract:Congenital arhinia is a seldom defect and may be associated with other facial and systemic defects. It is described as complete absence of nose. Case Report: Neonates are obligate nasal breathers but our neonate with complete absence of nose adjusted well to breathing through mouth without any need of urgent ventilator support or tracheostomy. Conclusion: Neonates may adapt breathing through mouth and bypass major respiratory support that is oral intubation or tracheostomy.
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