Laryngeal Diadochokinetic Interpretation Changes in Patients Status Post Injection Medialization Procedures for Vocal Fold Paresis/Paralysis

Overview

About this study

The purpose of this study is to determine if there is an acoustic change in voices during L-DDK interpretations in patients who undergo vocal fold injection medialization procedures (injections of Restylane, autologous fat, Cymetra, or Prolaryn).

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:

  • Age 18 years of age or older.
  • Undergoing injection medialization for a diagnosis of vocal fold paresis or vocal fold paralysis.

Exclusion Criteria:

  • A​​​​ge 17 years of age or younger.
  • Undergoing any additional vocal fold procedures.
  • History of previous vocal fold procedures – including previous injection medializations.
  • History of previous dysphonia with voice therapy, history of vocal fold lesions.

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.

Closed-enrolling by invitation

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Not open to everyone who meets the eligibility criteria, but only those invited to participate by the study team.

Contact information:

Amy Rutt D.O.

(904) 953-6778

Rutt.Amy@mayo.edu

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