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Can you please tell me about vocal cord trauma following intubation (surgery)?

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Dr. Sassan Hassassian answered

Specializes in Anesthesiology

Needs evaluation: Vocal cord irritation (not trauma) is a very common issue after any intubation as the endotracheal tube physically is passed through the vocal cords so oxygen can be supplied to the lungs. The longer the intubation period the worse the irritation. If there is actual trauma, then it needs to be evaluated by the anesthesiologist and and ENT physician.

Answered 7/24/2018

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