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Vocal Cord Dysfunction
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Contents
Other Names
Background
Pathophysiology
- Inappropriate vocal cord motion causes airway obstruction [1]
Clinical Features
- Throat tightness
- Stridor
Differential Diagnosis
Risk Factors
Evaluation
- Pulmonary function testing
- Flattened inspiratory loop
- Flexible laryngoscopy
- Visualization of vocal cords during inspiration and expiration
Classification
Management
- Acute phase
- Reassurance
- Breathing strategies
- Rapid and shallow breathing
- Maintenance therapies
- Avoiding triggers
- Treatment of underlying conditions
Complications
See Also
References
- ↑ James Deckert, L. D. (2010). Vocal Cord Dsyfunction. American Family Physician, 156-159.
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John Kiel on 13 June 2019 09:29:15
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