What is sulcus vocalis?
Sulcus vocalis is described as a groove at the free edge of the vocal fold. Different types have been described: sulcus type I is superficial and may be considered as moreless physiologic. Sulcus type IIa corresponds to a kind of vergeture along the margin of the vocal fold.
How do you test for sulcus vocalis?
Currently, examinations such as videolaryngoscopy, videolaryngostroboscopy or suspension microlaryngoscopy has allowed more clinicians to recognize sulcus vocalis, although it is important to consider the data related to the clinical history of vocal alterations 8).
What is the best treatment for sulcus vocalis and vocal fold scars?
A study by Karle et al 26) indicated that treatment of sulcus vocalis and vocal fold scars with autologous transplantation of temporalis fascia into the vocal fold can produce good long-term results.
What are the different types of sulcus?
Different types have been described: sulcus type I is superficial and may be considered as moreless physiologic. Sulcus type IIa corresponds to a kind of vergeture along the margin of the vocal fold. Its deepness is variable but sulcus vergeture may involve deeper layers of the lamina propria.