Laryngoscopy during swimming: A novel diagnostic technique to characterize swimming‐induced laryngeal obstruction. (25th February 2017)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Walsted, Emil S.; Swanton, Laura L.; van van Someren, Ken; Morris, Tessa E.; Furber, Matthew; Backer, Vibeke; Hull, James H.
• Is Part Of: Laryngoscope. Volume 127:Number 10(2017)
• Page Start: 2298
• Page End: 2301
• Publication Date: 2017-02-25
• Subjects: Athlete -- dyspnea -- larynx -- swimming -- exercise; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; 617.51005
• DOI: 10.1002/lary.26532
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0023-852X

Abstract

Abstract : Exercise‐induced laryngeal obstruction (EILO) is a key differential diagnosis for respiratory symptoms in athletes and is particularly prevalent in aquatic athletes. A definitive diagnosis of EILO is dependent on laryngoscopy, performed continuously, while an athlete engages in the sport that precipitates their symptoms. This report provides the first description of the feasibility of performing continuous laryngoscopy during exercise in a swimming environment. The report describes the methodology and safety of the use of continuous laryngoscopy while swimming. Laryngoscope, 127:2298–2301, 2017