Vocal cord dysfunction presenting as refractory asthma.
Indian J Chest Dis Allied Sci
;
2002 Jan-Mar; 44(1): 49-52
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ABSTRACT
Vocal cord dysfunction is a rare variety of upper airway obstruction characterized by typical laryngoscopic features and may mimic an acute asthma attack. The case presented in this report pertains to a 15-year-old girl who had repeated acute episodes of dyspnoea and wheezing and remained non-responsive to corticosteroids and inhaled bronchodilators requiring endotracheal intubations for adequate control. Laryngoscopic findings were consistent with vocal cord dysfunction. She was treated with a tracheostomy and psychological support.
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Assunto principal:
Asma
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Prega Vocal
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Feminino
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Humanos
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Doenças da Laringe
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Adolescente
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Diagnóstico Diferencial
Tipo de estudo:
Estudo diagnóstico
Idioma:
Inglês
Revista:
Indian J Chest Dis Allied Sci
Ano de publicação:
2002
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