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Voice Research
Asymmetric Vocal Fold Motion
Our research suggests that airflow patterns and acoustics may be affected by a high degree of asymmetric vocal fold tension. This research will help determine when and why reinnervation vs. medialization produces a better quality voice.
Treatment of Vocal Fold Scarring
We are investigating the use of fat vs. a new bioengineered Reinke’s space substitute (developed by another investigator) for vocal fold scarring. A Steve Gray minithyrotomy is used to free the scar and implant the material. Measuring the resulting aeroacoustic and aeroelastic properties should offer insight into optimizing vocal fold scarring treatment.
UC Research, December 2007
"Going with the Flow: Mysteries of the human voice box yield to pressure of jet engine aerodynamic"
Featuring: Sid Khosla, MD & Ephriam Gutmark, PhD
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