Traumatic polyps must be surgically removed to restore a normal voice. Other polypoid lesions, often bilateral, arising from tobacco abuse or hypothyroid states, should initially receive medical management. Cold-knife microsurgical excision during direct microlaryngoscopy is preferable to laser excision, which is more likely to cause collateral thermal injury if improperly applied.
In microlaryngoscopy, an operating microscope is used to examine, biopsy, and operate on the larynx. Images can be recorded on video as well. The patient is anesthetized, and the airway is secured by high-pressure jet ventilation through the laryngoscope, endotracheal intubation, or, for an inadequate upper airway, tracheotomy. Because the microscope allows observation with magnification, tissue can be removed precisely and accurately, minimizing damage possibly permanent to the vocal mechanism.
Laser surgery can be done through the optical system of the microscope to allow for precise cuts. Microlaryngoscopy is preferred for almost all laryngeal biopsies, for procedures involving benign tumors, and for many forms of phonosurgery. From developing new therapies that treat and prevent disease to helping people in need, we are committed to improving health and well-being around the world.
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More Content. Nowadays, surgical techniques try, whenever possible, to ensure that the gelatinous layer of the Lamina Propria is preserved. While the vocal folds may be initially a little stiff after surgery, voice therapy and good technique will shake the stiffness loose again and the mucosal wave and clear vocal quality are restored. In most cases vocal nodules are treated successfully. Vocal nodules may resolve with rest alone in their acute stage, but if the trauma occurs repeatedly, then treatment will be required.
Voice therapy is usually the treatment of first choice. Voice therapy involves vocal exercises that are designed to restore efficient vocal function so that the nodules resolve. These exercises are specifically targeted to deal with the problems identified for each individual during their assessment.
If the nodules have become hard however, or if there are time constraints such as specific engagements or training, surgery may be the quickest and most effective solution. Voice therapy is required post operatively to rebalance the voice production and prevent recurrence. Occasionally the vocal folds develop "nodular" swelling as a result of other conditions, such as vocal fold cysts or scars. These conditions do involve tethering of the epithelial vocal fold cover and do not resolve completely with conservative treatment such as rest and voice therapy.
They will require more complex surgery to resolve them. They need careful assessment in a voice clinic to differentiate them from simple vocal nodules. Although vocal nodules remain a problem for professional voice users and may cause some cancelled shows, delays in training, a lot of hard work and inevitably some anxiety, they are very unlikely to herald the end of a career.
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These bumps are benign noncancerous and are similar to calluses that can form on the hands. Nodules affect girls and boys of any age, and are a common cause of voice issues in both children and adults. The most common symptom of vocal cord nodules is a raspy or hoarse voice. Vocal cord nodules usually develop due to chronic abuse of the voice over time, such as straining, yelling and frequent singing. Ongoing friction between the vocal cords creates callous-like growths.
Gastroesophageal reflux disease GERD can cause additional swelling and inflammation, worsening symptoms of vocal cord nodules. The recommended treatment of vocal cord nodules includes learning to properly use the voice also known as practicing vocal hygiene and voice therapy. Practicing good vocal hygiene includes:. The prognosis for children and adolescents with vocal cord nodules is good.
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