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  • Otolaryngology
  • Speech and Language Pathology
  • Laryngology

Background:

  • Vocal fold polyps (VFPs) are frequent benign lesions affecting vocal fold health.
  • Understanding their etiology, pathophysiology, and prognosis is crucial for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review current knowledge on vocal fold polyp etiology, pathophysiology, and prognosis.
  • To summarize recent advancements in the management of vocal fold polyps.

Main Methods:

  • A scoping literature review was conducted.
  • Searches were performed in OVID Medline, PubMed, Google Scholar, Conference Papers Index, and Cochrane Library for studies within the last 5 years.
  • Fifty-nine relevant papers were included after screening and full-text review.

Main Results:

  • Phonotrauma is a significant factor in VFP development, alongside laryngopharyngeal reflux and smoking.
  • Accurate diagnosis involves patient history, stroboscopy, voice therapy response, and sometimes surgical findings.
  • Phonosurgery is a definitive treatment, with a growing emphasis on less invasive, office-based procedures.

Conclusions:

  • Vocal fold polyps are common benign vocal fold lesions.
  • Management strategies are increasingly favoring minimally invasive, office-based procedures.
  • Treatment plans should be individualized based on lesion characteristics, patient needs, and response to therapy.