Transient vocal fold lesion and hoarseness associated with the use of ramucirumab: Case report

We report a case of vocal fold lesion associated with ramucirumab in a patient with metastatic gastric cancer. The patient presented with transient hoarseness that was related to the exposure to ramucirumab.DiscussionLaryngeal toxicity due to anti-angiogenic agents is rare. Despite the fact that this adverse event is not a life-threatening complication, it can significantly impair quality of life and should be promptly recognized.
Source: European Annals of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Diseases - Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research