Ultrasonography of the larynx: Novel use during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic (Review)

xlomafota13 shared this article with you from Inoreader Ultrasonography of the larynx: Novel use during the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic (Review) Via Experimental and therapeutic medicine Exp Ther Med. 2021 Mar;21(3):273. doi: 10.3892/etm.2021.9704. Epub 2021 Jan 25. ABSTRACT Few articles have been published on the subject of laryngeal ultrasonography. However, considering the increased power and accuracy of ultrasound technology, this imaging modality should be reevaluated. The present review aimed to increase the awareness of fellow specialists regarding the use of this imaging tool in healthcare units that do not benefit from onsite ear, nose and throat (ENT) service. We illustrate the ultrasonographic examination protocol for the larynx along with the relevant anatomic landmarks. We review cases with laryngeal tumoral pathology that underwent ultrasonographic examination for improved management. All findings were confirmed through computerized tomography (CT) and endoscopy performed by the ENT specialist. The ultrasound of the larynx has potential utility in diagnosis (e.g., laryngeal abnormalities, speech and swall owing abnormalities, identification of endotracheal tube placement), treatment (e.g., guidance of percutaneous tracheostomy and cricothyrotomy) and prognosis (e.g., prediction of postextubation stridor and difficult intubation). This imaging modality could be useful in the current SARS-CoV-2 pandemics in reducing the exposure to invasive maneuvers producing aerosol, such as endoscopy. PMID:33603880 | PMC:PMC7851652 | DOI:10.3892/etm.2021.9704 View on the web Inoreader. Take back control of your news feed. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.