Left vocal cord paralysis and aortic arch aneurysm: an unusual presentation.
Indian J Med Sci
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2002 Sep; 56(9): 443-4
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in English
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| ID: sea-68612
ABSTRACT
Recurrent laryngeal nerve in its course, follows a path that brings it in proximity to numerous structures. These structures can interfere with its function by pressure or by disruption of the nerve caused by disease invading the nerve. We report aortic aneurysm and atherosclerotic plaque as a rare cause of left vocal cord paralysis.
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Aged
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Humans
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Male
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Vocal Cord Paralysis
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Aortic Aneurysm, Thoracic
Language:
English
Journal:
Indian J Med Sci
Year:
2002
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Article
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