Vocal Cord Paralysis in Pediatric Chiari Malformation: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Brandon J VilarelloSarah MaurrasseEli GrunsteinMinyoung Jang

Published in: Otolaryngology--head and neck surgery : official journal of American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (2024)

This meta-analysis suggests poorer prognosis in those with earlier-onset symptoms, reinforcing prior case series findings. Additional prospective studies are needed to elucidate the natural history and utility of early intervention in children with vocal cord paralysis secondary to Chiari malformation.

Keyphrases

case control
systematic review
randomized controlled trial
meta analyses
young adults
sleep quality
physical activity
childhood cancer