Plain Language Summary: Hoarseness (Dysphonia)

Authors

Helene J. Krouse, The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Charles (Charlie) W. Reavis
Robert J. Stachler
David O. Francis
Sarah O’Connor

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

3-2018

Abstract

This plain language summary for patients serves as an overview in explaining hoarseness (dysphonia). The summary applies to patients in all age groups and is based on the 2018 “Clinical Practice Guideline: Hoarseness (Dysphonia) (Update).” The evidence-based guideline includes research to support more effective identification and management of patients with hoarseness (dysphonia). The primary purpose of the guideline is to improve the quality of care for patients with hoarseness (dysphonia) based on current best evidence.

Comments

© American Academy of Otolaryngology—Head and Neck Surgery Foundation 2018

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Recommended Citation

Krouse, H. J., Reavis, C. C. W., Stachler, R. J., Francis, D. O., & O'Connor, S. (2018). Plain Language Summary: Hoarseness (Dysphonia). Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, 158(3), 427–431. https://doi.org/10.1177/0194599817751137

Publication Title

Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery

DOI

10.1177/0194599817751137

Academic Level

faculty