Cough: Contemporary Challenges. (2nd September 2014)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Stachler, Robert J.; Bock, Jonathan M.; Cohen, Seth M.; Altman, Kenneth W.
• Is Part Of: Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery. Volume 151(2014)Supplement 1
• Page Start: P19
• Page End: P19
• Publication Date: 2014-09-02
• Subjects: Head -- Surgery -- Periodicals; Neck -- Surgery -- Periodicals; Otolaryngology -- Periodicals; 617.51
• DOI: 10.1177/0194599814538403a51
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0194-5998

Abstract

Abstract : Program Description: The purpose of this miniseminar is to present the contemporary management of cough. This miniseminar will thoroughly cover the most common etiologies of cough and its current management. A description of the sensory receptors, hyperexcitability related to neuropathy (including postviral), pharmacologic suppression of hyperexcitability, and management of pertussis (whooping cough) will be presented. If time allows, a few difficult cases will be presented that highlight the current management strategies. Educational Objectives: (1) Explain the multiple etiologies for cough and its management. (2) Examine the complex relationship between the cough receptors and the larynx. (3) Illustrate pertussis resurgence and contemporary management.