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Lesions of the vagus nerve: Diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation
Author(s) -
Rontal Michael,
Rontal Eugene
Publication year - 1977
Publication title -
the laryngoscope
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.181
H-Index - 148
eISSN - 1531-4995
pISSN - 0023-852X
DOI - 10.1288/00005537-197701000-00009
Subject(s) - vagus nerve , swallowing , phonation , medicine , neuroscience , anatomy , psychology , surgery , audiology , stimulation
Lesions of the vagus nervous system have devastating effects on the vital functions of coughing, swallowing and phonation. A clear understanding of the vagal correlative anatomy and physiology leads to a practical organization of upper respiratory and digestive tract lesions. A reasoned and thoughtful treatment plan evolves that leads the patient to comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation.