Vocal Cord Dysfunction: A Frequently Forgotten Entity. (16th September 2012)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Campainha, S.; Ribeiro, C.; Guimarães, M.; Lima, R.
• Other Names: King C. S. Academic Editor.; Niwa H. Academic Editor.; Nugent K. M. Academic Editor.; Rodriguez W. Academic Editor.
• Is Part Of: Case reports in pulmonology. Volume 2012(2012)
• Publication Date: 2012-09-16
• Subjects: Lungs -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Respiratory organs -- Diseases -- Periodicals; Respiratory infections -- Periodicals; Lung Diseases; Respiratory Tract Diseases; Respiratory Tract Infections; Lungs -- Diseases; Respiratory infections; Respiratory organs -- Diseases; Periodicals; Case Reports; Electronic journals; Periodicals; 616.2
• DOI: 10.1155/2012/525493
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2090-6846

Abstract

Abstract : Vocal cord dysfunction (VCD) is a disorder characterized by unintentional paradoxical adduction of the vocal cords, resulting in episodic shortness of breath, wheezing and stridor. Due to its clinical presentation, this entity is frequently mistaken for asthma. The diagnosis of VCD is made by direct observation of the upper airway by rhinolaryngoscopy, but due to the variable nature of this disorder the diagnosis can sometimes be challenging. We report the case of a 41-year old female referred to our Allergology clinics with the diagnosis of asthma. Thorough investigation revealed VCD as the cause of symptoms.