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[COVID-19: implications for larynx, breathing and voice]
1Orthophoniste, Rue Merle-d'Aubigné 24, 1207 Genève.
Revue Medicale Suisse
|June 9, 2021
Summary
Post-COVID-19, many patients experience persistent voice disorders, breathing issues, and swallowing problems. These laryngeal pathologies are unique and have seen a significant rise in cases since August 2020.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology, specifically ENT and phoniatric medicine.
- Virology and infectious diseases, focusing on SARS-CoV-2.
- Laryngology and voice science.
Background:
- Limited research exists on the otolaryngologic and phoniatric sequelae of COVID-19.
- The pandemic and associated lockdowns have led to an increase in patients seeking consultation for related symptoms.
- Emerging evidence suggests unique laryngeal pathologies and disorder distributions post-COVID-19.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present the post-COVID-19 consequences affecting the larynx and voice.
- To highlight the distinct nature of these laryngeal pathologies compared to conventional cases.
- To document the increasing trend of patients presenting with these symptoms.
Main Methods:
- Observational analysis of patient consultations and reported symptoms.
- Clinical assessment of laryngeal and voice disorders in post-COVID-19 patients.
- Review of emerging trends in phoniatric and ENT consultations since August 2020.
Main Results:
- A significant increase in patients reporting voice disorders, breathing difficulties, and swallowing problems post-COVID-19.
- Identification of laryngeal pathologies with atypical presentations and distribution patterns.
- Exponential rise in patient numbers consulting for these issues starting August 2020.
Conclusions:
- COVID-19 can lead to distinct and persistent laryngeal and voice problems.
- Healthcare providers should be aware of these unique post-viral sequelae.
- Further research is crucial to understand and manage these emerging phoniatric and ENT challenges.
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