Reinke ’s Edema: New Insights into Voice Analysis, a Retrospective Study
Reinke's edema (RE) is a pathological condition involving increased volume of the vocal folds and resulting in significant impact on speech, fundamental frequency, and vocal range. Literature reports few studies which analyze vocal features according to the severity of RE. The aims of this study were to investigate the aerodynamics, acoustic characteristics, and sound spectrograms of a group of RE patients and to assess whether there was any correlation with their endoscopic grading. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 14, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Lucia Longo, Lucia Libera Pipitone, Armando Cilfone, Luca Gobbi, Laura Mariani Source Type: research
Auditory-Motor Function Pre- and Post-Therapy in Hyperfunctional Voice Disorders: A Case Series
Behavioral voice therapy is the most common treatment for hyperfunctional voice disorders (HVDs) but has limited long-term effectiveness since the comprehensive mechanisms underlying HVDs remain unclear. Recent work has implicated disordered sensorimotor integration during speech in some speakers with HVDs and suggests that auditory processing is a key factor to consider in HVD assessment and therapy. The purpose of this case-series study was to assess whether current voice therapy approaches for HVDs resulted in improvements to auditory-motor function. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 14, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Defne Abur, Robert E. Hillman, Cara E. Stepp Source Type: research
Cross-Linguistic Adaptation of Vocal Fatigue Handicap Questionnaire into Kannada (VFHQ-K)
It is often considered appropriate to assess vocal fatigue using a self-reported tool or a subjective measure, as vocal fatigue is primarily described through self-reported symptoms. The vocal fatigue handicap questionnaire (VFHQ) is a self-rated questionnaire that addresses the concern of vocal fatigue in persons with voice disorders. Adapting and validating this questionnaire into the Kannada language can be helpful in assessing the physical, emotional, and functional effects of vocal fatigue among Kannada-speaking individuals. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 12, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Srirangam Vijayakumar Narasimhan, Srikanth Reethushree Source Type: research
Comparing Effects of Short- and Long-Term Exposure of Cigarette Smoke Extract on Human Vocal Fold Fibroblasts
To explore the effects of short- and long-term cigarette smoke extract (CSE) stimulation on the expression of extracellular matrix (ECM) components and inflammatory cytokines in an in vitro model for studying Reinke ’s edema using human vocal fold fibroblasts (hVFF). (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 9, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Barbara Steffan, Tanja Grossmann, Magdalena Grill, Andrijana Kirsch, Andrea Groselj-Strele, Markus Gugatschka Source Type: research
Comparison Between Custom Smartphone Acoustic Processing Algorithms and Praat in Healthy and Disordered Voices
The aim of this study was to understand the relationship between temporal and spectral-based acoustic measures derived using Praat and custom smartphone algorithms across patients with a wide range of vocal pathologies. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 8, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Andres F. Llico, Savannah N. Shanley, Aaron D. Friedman, Leigh M. Bamford, Rachel M. Roberts, Victoria S. McKenna Source Type: research
Correlation Between Laryngoscopic Appearance and Histopathology in Vocal Fold Cysts
This study aims to characterize the relationships between clinical cyst characteristics and histopathology. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 8, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Daniel A. Alfonso-Ying, Christine M. Clark, Theresa Scognamiglio, Hal Rives, Lucian Sulica Source Type: research
Articulatory and Phonatory Precision When Singing Staccato at Different Speeds
Vocal tract adjustments are important for resonatory modification of the voice and also with respect to interactions concerning the voice source production. It is not clear, however, how fast, separated notes (staccato) influence vocal tract adjustments. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 7, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Matthias Echternach, Jonas Kirsch, Fabian Burk, Louisa Traser, Bernhard Richter, Michael Burdumy, Marie K öberlein Source Type: research
Laryngeal Papillomatosis: A Non-traditional Flexible Endoscopic Approach
To evaluate the efficacy of flexible endoscopic laryngeal surgery (FELS) using unconventional tools in the treatment of laryngeal papillomatosis (LP). (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 6, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Petru Gur ău Source Type: research
Efficacy of the Grit Scale Score in Predicting Voice Therapy Adherence and Outcomes
Voice therapy generally is considered first-line treatment for dysphonia and vocal fold paresis. It requires a commitment of time, effort and resources; currently, there is no good indicator to identify which patients are good candidates for voice therapy. The Grit scale, developed by psychologist Angela Duckworth, provides a method to quantify perseverance and commitment to long-term goals. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 5, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Chetna Chopra, Edward Gracely, Ghiath Alnouri, Bridget Rose, Robert T. Sataloff Source Type: research
Outcomes of Gender-Affirming Voice and Communication Modification Training for Non-binary Individuals: A Case Series
This study aimed to describe the objective and subjective impact of VCMT on the voice of NBGQ individuals undergoing a 12-week gender-affirming VCMT program. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 4, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Keith A. Chadwick, David Liao, Isaac L. Alter, Rachel Coleman, Katerina Andreadis, Rebecca Riekki, Jack Waldman, Hal Rives, Mary Pitti, Ana ïs Rameau Source Type: research
Update on Clinical Characteristics of Upper Airway Dyspnea: A Mixed Methods Study
Provide a mixed-methods update on clinical presentation of patients with upper airway dyspnea (UAD). (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 4, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Juliana K. Litts, Sandeep Shelly, Kaila F.J. Harris, Catherine B. Whiteside, Amanda I. Gillespie Source Type: research
Gluten Sensitivity Underlying Resistant “Laryngopharyngeal Reflux” Symptoms and Signs
Laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR) is one of the most common conditions encountered in otolaryngology. Gluten sensitivity may mimic the signs and symptoms of LPR or act as an aggravating cofactor with LPR. Gluten sensitivity and food intolerance also have been implicated as conditions that may be associated specifically with LPR symptoms and signs resistant to traditional medical treatment. Medical management of LPR may be insufficient to control symptoms and laryngeal signs of reflux, constituting resistant LPR. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 2, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Bailey Balouch, Lauren E. Melley, Heather Yeakel, Parastou Azadeh Ranjbar, Jane Tong, Daniel Eichorn, Ghiath Alnouri, Matthew Brennan, Quynh Tran, Robert T. Sataloff Source Type: research
Voice Disorder Classifications: A Scoping Review —Part B
The terminology and classification of voice disorders are complex topics. For this reason, developing a consensus in the scientific community regarding such a topic would bring a wide range of benefits to this field of study. The study is originally divided into parts A and B, and part A explored general propositions of voice disorder classification systems. Now, Part B of this study explores the classification of voice disorders in specific conditions and diagnoses. A scoping review was performed after an electronic and manual search, resulting in the inclusion of 20 studies in Part B. (Source: Journal of Voice)
Source: Journal of Voice - September 2, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Ana C. Constantini, Vanessa V. Ribeiro, Mara Behlau Source Type: research
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Source: Journal of Voice - September 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
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Source: Journal of Voice - September 1, 2023 Category: ENT & OMF Source Type: research
