Vocal cord paralysis. Treatment with Teflon paste injections.
The immediate restoration of laryngeal function in patients suffering unilateral vocal cord paralysis after major thoracic vascular procedures makes the use of Teflon paste injection a desirable treatment. It is safe, effective, and simple when performed by an experienced surgeon and OR team.
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Methodist Hospital, Houston.
D006801:Humans; D007267:Injections; D007430:Intraoperative Care; D007828:Laryngoscopy; D011138:Polytetrafluoroethylene / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D011182:Postoperative Care; D011300:Preoperative Care; D014826:Vocal Cord Paralysis / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000451:nursing / Q000601:surgery
D011138:Polytetrafluoroethylene