title: Management of vocal nodules: a regional survey of otolaryngologists and speech-language pathologists.
abstract: This study surveyed 21 otolaryngologists (70% return) and 32 speech-language pathologists (46% return) in Maine about the treatment of vocal nodules in children and adults, referral patterns, effectiveness of therapy, and adequacy of speech-language pathologists' training. Differences in opinions between the two professional groups were found in treatment of children and referral patterns.
authors.affiliation: Conley Speech and Hearing Center, University of Maine, Orono.
authors.forename: M S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: Allen
authors.forename: J M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Pettit
authors.forename: J C
authors.initials: JC
authors.lastname: Sherblom
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D007818:Laryngeal Diseases / Q000601:surgery / Q000628:therapy*; D008281:Maine; D010036:Otolaryngology / Q000379:methods*; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D013066:Speech-Language Pathology / Q000379:methods*; D014827:Vocal Cords / Q000473:pathology*; D014834:Voice Training