The value of stroboscopic examination in the diagnosis of hoarseness

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Background : In modem laryngological practice laryngovideostroscopic examination is an important step for correct diagnosis of vocal cord lesions.

Aims : To asses the role of laryngovideostroboscopy as a clinical tool in evaluation of hoarse patients.

Patients and Methods : Stroboscopic examinations were carried out on 43 patients presented with hoarseness at the ENT department at Al-Kadhimya Teaching Hospital during the period from “January 2006 to October 2006".

Results : Stroboscopic examination contributed significant diagnostic information, it changed the diagnosis made by nonstroboscopic means in 8 cases (19 %), this resulted in avoidance of surgery in 4 cases and 4 cases referred to surgery instead of medical therapy.

Conclusion : Laryngovideostroboscopy is a useful clinical tool in modem laryngoloical practice so as to alter the diagnosis and management plan which may result in avoidance of unnecessary surgical and / or medical-therapies