Abstract
Program Description:
This course will provide a comprehensive review of unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP) management. The causes and workup of UVFP will be discussed. Special attention will be paid to office evaluation including utility of stroboscopy and laryngeal electromyography. Intervention including operating room–and office-based injection laryngoplasty will be described. The benefits of thyroplasty, arytenoid adduction, arytenopexy, and reinnervation will be debated. Case presentations will be used to highlight teaching points. Ample time will be allotted for audience participation and questions.
Educational Objectives:
(1) Describe how to perform a vocal fold injection. (2) Compare different methods to treat unilateral vocal fold paralysis.
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