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Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis

Idiopathic Subglottic Stenosis

Idiopathic subglottic stenosis is a narrowing below the vocal cords for unknown reason. It is typically seen in women.

Symptoms

Symptoms may include noisy breathing, shortness of breath when exerting, or increased cough.

Treatment

Dr. Weidenbecher manages many patients with an idiopathic subglottic stenosis. Most cases can be managed endoscopically in the operating room or by performing a small procedure in the office.

He considers patients’ preferences when determining a treatment plan as some prefer the operating room. Often times, patients can be safely cared for in the office by performing steroid injections into the affected area every few months.

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Endoscopic view of an idiopathic subglottic stenosis (ISS). The area encircled in green is showing the scar tissue below the vocal cords. The remaining airway is reduced by more than 50%. ISS usually affects women. Maintenance steroid injections into the stenosis, sometimes performed every few months are very effective.

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