Vocal Cord Paralysis
| Medical Definition: |
Paralysis of one or both vocal cords, which produces hoarseness or aphonia. This condition may be caused by diseases of the medulla (e.g., LATERAL MEDULLARY SYNDROME), VAGUS NERVE, or recurrent laryngeal nerve. Neuromuscular junction diseases and local myopathic processes may also affect vocal cord function. (Adams et al., Principles of Neurology, 6th ed, p1380) |
| Guide Notes: |
coord with RECURRENT LARYNGEAL NERVE if pertinent |
| Also Called: |
Acquired Vocal Cord Palsy,Bilateral Vocal Cord Paresis,Laryngeal Nerve Palsy, Recurrent,Laryngeal Paralysis,Paralysis, Unilateral, Vocal Cord,Partial Paralysis (Paresis) Vocal Cords,Unilateral Vocal Cord Paresis,Vocal Cord Palsy, Congenital |
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