Journal Reviews

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Vocal fold motion impairment following intubation – how likely is it to recover?

7 July 2020 | | Laryngology / Swallowing / Voice | Outcomes, Vocal fold wound healing, Voice/dysphonia, Prolonged intubation, Larynx

Ed’s Choice reviews a timely paper investigating prolonged intubation on vocal fold motion. The current scientific literature is dominated by studies examining COVID-19 and its widespread effects on health and healthcare delivery but will be old news by the time...

Iatrogenic vocal fold paralysis – the time to recovery

1 January 2019 | | Voice/dysphonia, idiopathic paralysis, neurolaryngology, vocal fold paralysis

Iatrogenic vocal fold paralysis can result from stretching, compression or complete transection of recurrent laryngeal or vagus nerves. These injuries are a significant source of concern for patients and clinicians alike. The question is how long should we wait for...