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Management of voice disorders
A F Johnson1, B H Jacobson, M S Benninger
1Department of Neurology, Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit, MI 48202.
Henry Ford Hospital Medical Journal
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Voice disorders are common in primary care and may signal serious illness. Clinicians should recognize symptoms needing referral for voice evaluation by otolaryngology and speech-language pathology experts.
Area of Science:
- General Medicine
- Otolaryngology
- Speech-Language Pathology
Background:
- Voice disorders are frequently encountered in general medical practice.
- These conditions can sometimes be the primary indicator of significant underlying diseases.
- Early recognition is crucial for timely and appropriate patient management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the importance of identifying voice disorder indicators in primary care.
- To guide clinicians in recognizing symptoms that warrant specialist referral.
- To clarify the collaborative roles of otolaryngology and speech-language pathology in voice disorder care.
Main Methods:
- Review of clinical presentation of voice disorders.
- Analysis of historical factors and observed vocal symptoms.
- Examination of referral criteria for specialized voice evaluation.
Main Results:
- Certain historical elements and vocal symptoms strongly suggest the need for further investigation.
- Primary care clinicians play a vital role in the initial assessment and referral process.
- Effective management relies on the integrated expertise of multiple medical disciplines.
Conclusions:
- Primary care providers must be adept at identifying potential voice disorders.
- Timely referral to otolaryngology and speech-language pathology ensures comprehensive diagnosis and treatment.
- Understanding interdisciplinary collaboration is key to optimizing outcomes for patients with voice disorders.