Dr. Manish Srivastava
MBBS, MS, FNB (GI Surgery)
5.0/528 Years Experience
Park Hospital, Gurgaon
ENT
Vocal Cord Polyps
Vocal cord polyps are soft growths on the vocal cords, usually caused by vocal abuse or chronic irritation. They cause hoarseness and require microlaryngeal surgery if voice rest does not resolve them.
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About Vocal Cord Polyps
Symptoms
Hoarseness lasting more than 2 weeks · Voice fatigue · Difficulty hitting high notes · Sensation of something in the throat · Recurring throat clearing
Diagnosis
Videolaryngostroboscopy is the gold-standard test, allowing direct visualization of the polyp and assessment of vocal cord movement.
Treatment
Microlaryngeal Surgery under general anesthesia — polyp is removed using fine instruments through a laryngoscope passed via the mouth. 30-minute procedure, daycare, complete voice rest for 7 days.
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Specialists for this condition
Dr. Suresh Iyer
MBBS, MS - ENT
4.8/519 Years Experience
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad
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