Journal article
Vocal Fold Mucosal Tears: Maintaining a High Clinical Index of Suspicion
Journal of voice, v 15(3), pp 451-455
2001
PMID: 11575640
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Abstract
Vocal fold mucosal tears have been discussed in the literature rarely, although they are not uncommon clinically. Disruptions in the epithelium usually follow trauma that may result from voice abuse and/or misuse, coughing, and other causes. A high index of suspicion is necessary to avoid missing vocal fold mucosal tears, and strobovideolaryngoscopy is indispensable in making the diagnosis. A brief period of complete voice rest is the standard of care and appears to be helpful in avoiding adverse sequelae and advancing the healing process, but there are no scientific studies to confirm its efficacy. Mucosal tears may heal completely or may be followed by the development of vocal fold masses, scar, and permanent dysphonia.
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- Title
- Vocal Fold Mucosal Tears: Maintaining a High Clinical Index of Suspicion
- Creators
- Cheryl A Hoover - The Rochester Otolaryngology Group, Rochester, New York, USARobert T Sataloff - Thomas Jefferson UniversityKaren M Lyons - Thomas Jefferson UniversityMary Hawkshaw - American Institute for Voice and Ear Research
- Publication Details
- Journal of voice, v 15(3), pp 451-455
- Publisher
- Mosby, Inc
- Resource Type
- Journal article
- Language
- English
- Academic Unit
- College of Medicine; Otolaryngology (and Head and Neck Surgery)
- Web of Science ID
- WOS:000171055000013
- Scopus ID
- 2-s2.0-0034827419
- Other Identifier
- 991019312711404721
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- Audiology & Speech-language Pathology
- Otorhinolaryngology