Muhammad Saeed, Farooq Ahmed Mian.
Hoarseness of voice.
Professional Med J Jan ;13(4):504-7.

Objectives: To evaluate the etiology of hoarseness of voice. Design: Prospective Setting: Department of ENT Allied Hospital Faisalabad. Period: From Jan 2001 to Dec 2004. Material and Methods: The majority of patients were admitted through ENT out patient department. The data was collected on the basis of history physical examination, investigations, management and follow up. Results: Total 200 patients suffering from hoarseness of voice 150 males (75%) and 50 females (25%) between 10 to 70 years of age. The highest incidence was seen during fourth and fifth decade of life (65%). The majority of patients were belonging to poor class (75%). The most common etiological factor was infection (30%). Conclusion: Hoarseness is the commonest symptom of laryngeal disorders and it should not be ignored if it persists for more than three weeks and does not respond to conventional treatment, this will prevent delay in diagnosis and proper management.

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