Abstract Purpose of Review Dysphagia secondary to unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP)
is the result of glottic incompetence, reduced supraglottic sensation, and impaired function of …

METHODS Utilizing the PubMed search engine, the first and second author searched for
articles in this review. The search included historical and recent studies covering different …

Objectives/Hypothesis Carbon dioxide laser transverse posterior cordotomy (TPC) aims to
improve airway aperture in patients with glottic obstruction. Postoperative complications may …

Purpose The aim of this study is to evaluate functional outcomes in terms of decannulation
rate and quality of life of patients affected by PGS (Grades I–IV) treated only by transoral …

Objectives Bilateral adductor vocal cord paralysis (BAVCP) is a rare and challenging
condition whose main consequence is reduction of airway patency at the glottic level, often …

Background/Objectives: The purpose of this study is to investigate surgical and functional
outcomes of patients affected by bilateral vocal cord immobility (BVCI) and treated with …

Aims and background: Charcot's neuroarthropathy (CN) affecting the midfoot leads to
fractures and dislocation of the tarsal bones and displaced predominantly to the plantar …

Introduction Glottic obstruction may arise secondary to bilateral vocal fold immobility (BVFI).
Treatment options include a tracheostomy to bypass the site of obstruction as well as …

Purpose The aim of this study is to evaluate functional outcomes in terms of decannulation
rate and quality of life of patients affected by PGS (Grades I–IV) treated only by transoral …

Abstract Purpose of Review Patients with bilateral vocal fold paralysis (BVFP) typically
present with signs and symptoms of airway compromise due to glottic obstruction. While the …