Title of article
The Vocal Cord Nodule: Complication of Severe COVID-19 Infection
Author/Authors
Hashim ، Mohammad Department of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care - All India Institute of Medical Sciences , Venkatesan ، Sneha Department of Otorhinolaryngology - All India Institute of Medical Sciences , Kaushal ، Ashutosh Department of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care - All India Institute of Medical Sciences , Kausar ، Sana Department of Anaesthesiology and Critical Care - Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College
From page
197
To page
198
Abstract
Severe acute respiratory syndrome corona virus 2 acts through angiotensin converting enzyme-2 (ACE-2) receptors and involves multiple organ systems. Also associated with many upper airway symptoms, we reported an unnoticed complication of the upper airway, which presented as hoarseness of voice and throat discomfort during ICU stay, the upper airway flexible endoscopy was performed, which showed vocal cord nodule. The patient was managed conservatively, by improving hydration, steam inhalation, voice rest, and speech therapy. Gradually, there was a significant improvement in patient s symptoms and voice quality. An early prediction and risk mitigation can prevent this complication.
Keywords
Vocal cord nodule , COVID , 19 , Angiotensin converting enzyme 2 receptor
Journal title
Archives of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
Journal title
Archives of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
Record number
2515221
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