Vocal fold cancer, also known as glottic cancer, is a type of laryngeal cancer that originates in the vocal folds (vocal cords) within the larynx (voice box). As a critical structure in speech product
The voice is not only a vital tool for communication but also a significant part of our identity. When issues arise that affect the voice, they can impact every aspect of our lives—from our ability to
Unilateral Vocal Fold Paralysis is a condition that can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to speak, breathe, and swallow. It occurs when one of the two vocal folds (also known as vocal c
Vocal fold surgery is a specialized medical procedure aimed at correcting issues within the vocal cords, also known as vocal folds, located in the larynx (voice box). These delicate structures play a
Benign diseases of the vocal cords are largely caused by repeated vocal cord trauma (phonotrauma). Examples of these diseases are vocal cord nodules, vocal cord polyps and Reinke's oedema. After phono
Bilateral vocal cord paralysis is a term used to describe conditions in which the movement of both vocal cords is restricted. To understand what this definition means, we must first look at how the vo
Vocal cord paralysis means that the movement of the vocal cords is restricted due to dysfunction of the nerve that should send signals to the muscles that make up the vocal cord tissue. Each person ha
A vocal cord granuloma usually forms behind the vocal cords, on the cartilaginous part where the vocal cords are attached. It is a benign growth, so there is no evidence that it can develop into cance
Vocal Cord Bleeding is a condition characterised by the rupture of one of the small blood vessels in the superficial lamina propria layer just below the epithelium of the layered structure of the voca
Early diagnosis of vocal cord cancer with digital filtering
Early detection of vocal cord cancer requires accurate diagnosis and timely initiation of treatment. High-resolution endoscopic examination using digital contrast methods such as i-scan or narrow band
White Crusted Lesions at Risk of Vocal Cord Cancer
Vocal cord leukokeratosis, adult laryngeal papillomas and chronic hypertrophic laryngitis are considered as laryngeal precancerous lesions. Leukokeratosis is a clinical description. It refers to an in
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Lesions in the larynx with cancer potential
Vocal cord cancer occurs after some changes in the innermost epithelial layer of the histologically layered structure of the vocal cords. These initial changes may appear as white or red lesions or cr
A vocal cord cyst, like other cysts, is formed by the accumulation of any substance in a cavity surrounded by a membrane. In a vocal cord cyst, this substance may be a mucus secretion secreted f
A vocal cord nodule is a name given to benign (i.e. not associated with vocal cord cancer) growths that form on the free surface where the vocal cords come into contact. They develop due to misuse or
Vocal cord papilloma is a benign lesion of the larynx (throat) and vocal cords. Because of its tendency to recur frequently, papilloma is very difficult to treat. It usually requires endoscopic airway
A vocal cord polyp is one of the most common disorders affecting the vocal cords. During examination, it can be defined as a mass that is clearly distinguishable from normal tissue. It usually appears
Vocal cord scarring is a clinical condition caused by damage to the epithelial and lamina propria layers of the vocal cords. For the vocal cords to function effectively, they must have a solid m
Every person has two vocal cords located in the middle of the neck, just below the pharynx and just above the trachea. During evolutionary development, the primary function of the vocal cords, and the
Sulcus vocalis (vocal cord sulcus) is one of the most difficult disorders of the vocal cords to diagnose and treat. The exact cause of its formation is not fully understood. It is thought to be presen
Ses teli felci, ses teli dokusunu oluşturan kaslara sinyal göndermesi gereken sinirin işlev bozukluğu sonucu ses teli hareketinin kısıtlanmasını tanımlamak için kullanılan bir terimdir.
