9.2 Larynx Flashcards
1
Q
What is the most common cause of acute epiglottitis?
A
H. influenza Type B
2
Q
What are the signs of epiglottitis?
A
- Fever
- Sore Throat
- Drooling with dysphagia
- Risk of acute airway obstruction
3
Q
What is the most common cause of laryngotracheobroncitis?
A
Parainfluenza
4
Q
What are the signs of laryngotracheobroncitis?
A
Hoarse barking cough with inspiratory stridor
5
Q
What is the cause of Vocal Cord Nodules?
A
Excessive use due to development of myxoid tissue from wear and tear
6
Q
What is the cause of Laryngeal Papilloma?
A
Benign papillary tumor of the vocal cords due to HPV 6 and 11
7
Q
What is the difference in the presentation of Laryngeal Papilloma in adults and children?
A
- Single in adults
- Multiple in children
8
Q
Laryngeal Carcinoma
A
Squamous cell carcinoma from the epithelial lining of the vocal cord
9
Q
What are the risk factors fro laryngeal carcinoma?
A
Alcohol and tobacco
