Vocal cord dysfunction

rdf:langString Vocal cord dysfunction

rdf:langString Vocal Cord Dysfunction

rdf:langString Vocal Cord Dysfunction

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rdf:langString J38.3

rdf:langString September 2022

rdf:langString Otorhinolaryngology

rdf:langString incidence is normally used only in the singular form, perhaps incidence, incidents, or instances was intended

rdf:langString Paradoxical Vocal Fold Motion or Paradoxical Vocal Cord Movement

rdf:langString Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) is a pathology affecting the vocal folds (commonly referred to as the vocal cords) characterized by full or partial vocal fold closure causing difficulty and distress during respiration, especially during inhalation. Due to the similarity in symptoms, VCD attack are often mistaken for asthma attacks or laryngospasms. Symptoms of VCD are not always present. Rather, they often occur episodically, often defined as "attacks," where the patient will be symptomatic for a short period of time. Although several contributing factors have been identified, the exact cause of VCD is unknown. Diagnosis of VCD may include a series of evaluations including pulmonary function tests, medical imaging, and the evaluation or visualization of the vocal folds during an episode through the use of videolaryngoscopy. Such evaluations can also help to rule out other conditions that can affect the upper and lower airway. Treatment of VCD often combines behavioural, medical and psychological approaches, most often including an otolaryngologist, a psychologist, and a speech-language pathologist. Although information on the incidence and prevalence of VCD is limited, it is known to occur most frequently in young women.