A Study of Non-biological Factors Contributing to Botox Effect in Adductor Spasmodic Dysphonia Patients

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to gather data about the patient experience during the procedure and if they felt it resulted in either better or worse response to treatment.  If certain patterns emerge after the initial data gathering, then potentially more patient education about the procedure and what can be expected may be helpful.

Participation eligibility

Participant eligibility includes age, gender, type and stage of disease, and previous treatments or health concerns. Guidelines differ from study to study, and identify who can or cannot participate. There is no guarantee that every individual who qualifies and wants to participate in a trial will be enrolled. Contact the study team to discuss study eligibility and potential participation.

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Diagnosis of adductor spasmodic dysphonia with or without vocal tremor.

Exclusion Criteria: 

  •  Other laryngeal pathology, previous vocal cord surgery, primary muscle tension dysphonia, isolated vocal tremor, dysarthria, Tourette syndrome.

Participating Mayo Clinic locations

Study statuses change often. Please contact the study team for the most up-to-date information regarding possible participation.

Mayo Clinic Location Status Contact

Jacksonville, Fla.

Mayo Clinic principal investigator

Amy Rutt, D.O.

Contact us for the latest status

Contact information:

Mauricia Buchanan R.N.

Buchanan.Mauricia@mayo.edu

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Publications

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