Long-term Effect of Laryngeal Tuberculosis on the Voice: A Systematic Review

Authors

  • Jael Alexandra Corzo-Cárdenas Universidad de Pamplona, Colombia
  • Andrés Llanos-Redondo Universidad de Pamplona, Colombia
  • Diego Rivera-Porras Universidad de la Costa

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14482/sun.40.03.070.484

Keywords:

Laryngeal tuberculosis, Long-term effect, Voice, Voice disorders, Dysphonia

Abstract

Objective: This systematic review aims to describe the long-term effects of laryngeal tuberculosis on the adult voice. 

Materials and Methods: The review followed the PRISMA statement guidelines and utilized the PIO model for database selection. The quality of evidence was assessed, and recommendations were graded using the GRADE system. 

Results: The review identified 36 articles meeting the inclusion criteria through keyword searches in the DECS and MESH databases. Laryngeal tuberculosis (LTB) was found to have significant long-term effects on the voice, as the larynx plays a crucial role in sound production and vocal quality. Even after the disease has been treated and cured, voice changes and alterations may persist. The vocal folds were the most affected and frequently mentioned structure leading to changes in voice quality and functionality. Dysphonia emerged as the primary effect of LTB, attributed to alterations in the flexibility and oscillatory function of the vocal folds for voice production. 

Conclusions: Laryngeal tuberculosis has a lasting impact on the adult voice, primarily affecting the vocal folds and resulting in dysphonia. These findings underscore the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate management to mitigate long-term voice-related consequences in individuals with LTB. 

Author Biographies

Jael Alexandra Corzo-Cárdenas, Universidad de Pamplona, Colombia

Fonoaudióloga, Universidad de Pamplona. Profesional, Carvajal Laboratorios IPS, Tunja, Colombia. jael.corzo@unipamplona.edu.co. https://orcid.org/0000-0001-5545-9386.

Andrés Llanos-Redondo, Universidad de Pamplona, Colombia

Fonoaudiólogo, Universidad de Pamplona. Especialista en Pedagogía e Investigación en el Aula, Universidad de la Sabana. Magíster en Salud Pública, Universidad Adventista de Chile. Docente, Facultad de Salud, Grupo de investigación Comunicación Humana, Programa de Fonoaudiología, Universidad de Pamplona. andres.llanos@unipamplona.edu.co. https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7860-8935.

Diego Rivera-Porras, Universidad de la Costa

Psicólogo, Universidad de Pamplona. Especialista en Estadística Aplicada, Universidad Francisco de Paula Santander. Especialista en Gerencia de Riesgos Laborales, Seguridad y Salud en el Trabajo, Corporación Universitaria Minuto de Dios. Magíster en Gerencias de Recursos Humanos, Universidad Internacional Iberoamericana. Doctor en Psicología, Universidad de Baja California Docente, Facultad de Ciencias Jurídicas y Sociales, Centro de Investigación en Estudios Fronterizos, Universidad Simón Bolívar, Cúcuta. diego.rivera@unisimon.edu.co. https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2169-3208

Published

2024-12-17

How to Cite

Corzo-Cárdenas, J. A. ., Llanos-Redondo, A., & Rivera-Porras, D. . (2024). Long-term Effect of Laryngeal Tuberculosis on the Voice: A Systematic Review . SCIENTIFIC JOURNAL SALUD UNINORTE, 40(3), 948–974. https://doi.org/10.14482/sun.40.03.070.484

Issue

Section

SYSTEMATIC REVIEWS (WITHOUT META-ANALYSIS)

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