Dysphagia (swallowing impairment) is a frequent complication of cervical spinal cord injury
(cSCI). Recently published national guidance in the UK on rehabilitation after traumatic …

Objective Thyroidectomy may be performed for clinical indications that include malignancy,
benign nodules or cysts, suspicious findings on fine needle aspiration biopsy, dysphagia …

More than half of patients presenting with hoarseness show benign vocal fold changes. The
clinician should be familiar with the anatomy, physiology and functional aspects of voice …

Background Recurrent laryngeal nerve (RLN) injury caused by esophagectomy may lead to
postoperative morbidity, however data on long-term recovery are scarce. The aim of this …

Recurrent laryngeal nerve paralysis (RLNP) after esophagectomy is a common complication
and associated with aspiration pneumonia. In this study, we assessed the risk of RLNP and …

Objectives To determine whether immediate (less than 3 months from time of nerve injury),
early (from 3 to 6 months from time of nerve injury) or late (more than 6 months from time of …

Objectives Thyroidectomy is the commonest operation that places normally functioning
laryngeal nerves at risk of injury. Vocal palsy is a major risk factor for dysphonia, dysphagia …

Laryngeal framework surgery is the current gold standard treatment for unilateral vocal fold
paralysis (UVFP). It provides a permanent solution to glottic insufficiency caused by injury to …

Purpose Cardiothoracic surgery is known to result in dysphagia and laryngeal injury. While
prevalence has been explored, extent, trajectory and longevity of symptoms are poorly …

Objective/Hypothesis To review current evidence on effectiveness of injection laryngoplasty
on aspiration outcomes in acute unilateral vocal fold paralysis. Study Design Systematic …