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Regina Helena Garcia Martins1, Henrique Abrantes do Amaral2, Elaine Lara Mendes Tavares1
1Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery Department, Botucatu Medical School, UNESP-Universidade Estadual Paulista, Botucatu, São Paulo, Brazil.
Journal of Voice : Official Journal of the Voice Foundation
|November 9, 2015
Summary
This study on 2019 patients reveals dysphonia causes vary by age, with nodules/cysts in children, functional issues/reflux in adults, and age-related changes in the elderly. Women were more frequently affected.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Speech and Hearing Science
Background:
- Voice disorders, or dysphonia, are prevalent in both pediatric and adult populations.
- Etiology and diagnostic approaches for dysphonia differ significantly across age demographics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the causes and diagnostic findings of dysphonia in a large patient cohort.
- To analyze the etiological variations of dysphonia across different age groups.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective analysis of 2019 patients diagnosed with dysphonia was conducted.
- Data collected included patient demographics, associated symptoms, smoking status, and videolaryngoscopy results.
Main Results:
- Adult females constituted the majority of the dysphonic population.
- Pediatric dysphonia was primarily caused by nodules and cysts, while adults experienced functional dysphonia, acid laryngitis, and polyps.
- The elderly population showed a higher prevalence of presbyphonia and Reinke's edema.
Conclusions:
- Dysphonia exhibits distinct etiological patterns in children, adults, and the elderly.
- Understanding age-specific causes is crucial for effective diagnosis and management of dysphonia.
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