Voice and Laryngeal Disorders
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Voice and Laryngeal Disorder Treatment
Voice and laryngeal disorders encompass a wide range of conditions affecting the vocal cords, larynx (voice box), and surrounding airway structures. These include vocal cord paralysis, spasmodic or muscle tension dysphonia, vocal cord nodules or polyps, and airway stenosis such as subglottic or glottic stenosis. These conditions can significantly impact breathing, speaking, swallowing, and overall quality of life. Early and accurate diagnosis, combined with personalized treatment, is essential not only for restoring function but also for preventing long-term complications and preserving the patient’s voice and airway.
At Asan Medical Center (AMC), we offer comprehensive, cutting-edge care for voice and laryngeal disorders through a multidisciplinary team approach. Our experienced laryngologists, speech-language pathologists, and reconstructive specialists collaborate closely to provide accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment plans. Our service span from outpatient procedures and voice therapy to complex laryngeal surgeries. With state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, such as high-definition stroboscopy and minimally invasive surgical technologies, AMC ensures precise and safe treatment outcomes. From professional voice user to individuals with breathing or voice challenges, AMC is dedicated to helping patients regain both voice and confidence.
Disease Specific Care
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Dysphonia
Dysphonia, or voice disorder, can arise from various causes such as vocal fold paralysis, spasmodic or muscle tension dysphonia, and mucosal lesions like vocal fold polyps, cysts, or sulcus vocalis. The Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at AMC offers comprehensive evaluation using high-resolution stroboscopy and provides a full spectrum of individualized treatments. These include vocal cord augmentation (injection of biocompatible fillers) to improve glottic closure, botulinum toxin injection for neurogenic dysphonia, and framework surgery such as type I thyroplasty for structural voice restoration. We also specialize in laryngomicrosurgery using pulsed photoangiolytic 532-nm KTP laser for precise and minimally invasive removal of vocal fold lesions. All interventions are complemented by specialized voice therapy and rehabilitation to help patients regain optimal vocal function and quality of life.
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Airway Disorders
Airway disorders such as laryngotracheal, subglottic, and glottic stenosis can significantly impact breathing, often leading to symptoms like stridor, shortness of breath, or voice changes. These conditions may result from prolonged intubation, tracheostomy, trauma, inflammation, or scarring around the larynx and trachea. Because the location and severity of airway narrowing vary greatly, accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment are essential. At AMC, we provide patient-centered care through a multidisciplinary team of airway specialists from otorhinolaryngology, pulmonology and critical care medicine, radiology, and anesthesiology and pain medicine. Depending on the case, treatment options may include endoscopic dilation, laser resection, airway stenting, or open reconstructive procedures such as tracheal or cricotracheal resection. Our goal is to restore safe and effective breathing while preserving voice and swallowing functions whenever possible.
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Pediatric Aerodigestive Disorders
Pediatric aerodigestive disorders, which often involve complex interactions between the airway, digestive tract, and feeding functions, require comprehensive and coordinated care. The Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at AMC provides personalized treatment plans through close collaboration among pediatric pulmonologists, thoracic surgeons, anesthesiologists, gastroenterologists, speech therapists, and nutrition specialists. From diagnosis and surgical intervention to rehabilitation and nutritional support, our multidisciplinary team works together to address each child’s unique medical needs while minimizing stress for both patients and families. With a focus on integrated care and long-term outcomes, we are committed to helping children breathe, eat, and grow with confidence.
Treatment Outcomes at Asan Medical Center
The Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at AMC performs approximately 900 surgeries annually involving the larynx, trachea, and esophagus, along with over 8,000 voice-related evaluations and therapy sessions. These figures reflect our high volume of experience and dedication to providing comprehensive care for patients with voice and laryngeal disorders, from precise surgical interventions to advanced diagnostic testing and personalized voice rehabilitation.
