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Laryngeal electromyography.

R L Blair1

  • 1Department of Otolaryngology, University of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Scotland.

Archives of Oto-Rhino-Laryngology
|January 1, 1989
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Laryngeal electromyography (LEM) offers valuable diagnostic insights but lacks widespread clinical adoption. This paper presents a simple, reliable 15-year technique for improved laryngeal function assessment.

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Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Neurology
  • Clinical Electrophysiology

Background:

  • Laryngeal electromyography (LEM) has been reported sporadically over 40 years.
  • Despite methodological advancements, LEM has not achieved widespread clinical use.
  • This highlights a gap between LEM's potential and its practical application in routine care.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a simple, reliable, and reproducible laryngeal electromyography technique.
  • To review the indications for performing laryngeal electromyography.
  • To discuss the clinical utility of information obtained through LEM.

Main Methods:

  • Detailed description of a specific laryngeal electromyography technique used over 15 years.
  • Review of established indications for laryngeal electromyography.

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  • Brief comparison with alternative electrodiagnostic methods.

    • Main Results:

    • The presented technique is simple, reliable, and reproducible.
    • Specific indications for LEM are outlined.
    • The discussion emphasizes the diagnostic value of LEM findings.

    Conclusions:

    • A practical and effective laryngeal electromyography technique is presented.
    • The review of indications and discussion of usefulness aim to promote wider adoption.
    • LEM provides valuable data for diagnosing laryngeal disorders.