Computerized Tomographic Assessment of Vocal Cord Palsy: Otolaryngologist's Purview
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Computerized Tomographic Assessment of Vocal Cord Palsy: Otolaryngologist’s Purview
Aims and objectives: Vocal cord palsy (VCP) can be definitely depicted on computed tomograpy (CT) scan by identifying key points at the level of true vocal cords and aryepiglottic folds. There are various VCP mimics and imaging shortcomings, and these can usually be circumvented by thoughtfully assessing the scan plan and level, and a diligent search for additional characteristics. Materials an...
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عنوان ژورنال: International Journal of Phonosurgery & Laryngology
سال: 2016
ISSN: 2230-7508,2231-3702
DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10023-1123