Vocal Cord Dysfunction : A Frequently Forgotten Entity
Joint Authors
Ribeiro, C.
Campainha, S.
Lima, R.
Guimarães, M.
Source
Issue
Vol. 2012, Issue 2012 (31 Dec. 2012), pp.1-4, 4 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2012-09-16
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) is a disorder characterized by unintentional paradoxical adduction of the vocal cords, resulting in episodic shortness of breath, wheezing and stridor.
Due to its clinical presentation, this entity is frequently mistaken for asthma.
The diagnosis of VCD is made by direct observation of the upper airway by rhinolaryngoscopy, but due to the variable nature of this disorder the diagnosis can sometimes be challenging.
We report the case of a 41-year old female referred to our Allergology clinics with the diagnosis of asthma.
Thorough investigation revealed VCD as the cause of symptoms.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Campainha, S.& Ribeiro, C.& Guimarães, M.& Lima, R.. 2012. Vocal Cord Dysfunction : A Frequently Forgotten Entity. Case Reports in Pulmonology،Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-4.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Campainha, S.…[et al.]. Vocal Cord Dysfunction : A Frequently Forgotten Entity. Case Reports in Pulmonology No. 2012 (2012), pp.1-4.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Campainha, S.& Ribeiro, C.& Guimarães, M.& Lima, R.. Vocal Cord Dysfunction : A Frequently Forgotten Entity. Case Reports in Pulmonology. 2012. Vol. 2012, no. 2012, pp.1-4.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-478638
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-478638