Chapter 10 - Diseases of the respiratory system (J00-J99)»Other diseases of upper respiratory tract (J30-J39)»Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx (J38.0)
J38.0
Paralysis of vocal cords and larynx
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Related indications (MeSH) (1)
Vocal Cord Paralysis4 drugs (2 approved, 2 experimental)
Congenital or acquired paralysis of one or both VOCAL CORDS. This condition is caused by defects in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, the VAGUS NERVE and branches of LARYNGEAL NERVES. Common symptoms are VOICE DISORDERS including HOARSENESS or APHONIA.