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Personal and Clinical Predictors of Voice Therapy Outcomes: A Machine Learning Analysis Using the Voice Handicap Index

Applied Sciences
In this study, we examine the predictive factors influencing the outcomes of voice treatment in patients with voice-related disorders, using the voice handicap index (VHI) as a key assessment tool.
Ji-Yeoun Lee, Ji Hye Park, Ji-Na Lee, Ah Ra Jung   +3 more
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Bridging the Loneliness Gap: Depression, Connectivity, and Isolation in Pediatric Oncology Patients and Their Peers

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Loneliness is associated with adverse physical and mental health outcomes and remains understudied in children and adolescents undergoing cancer therapy. Pediatric oncology patients may be at increased risk due to medical isolation and disruption of social networks.
Charlotte N. Stahlfeld, Scott H. Maurer, Michelle D. Watkinson, John Nury, Elise Barberis, Molly C. Mack   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Effects of Voice Therapy: A Comparison Between Individual and Group Therapy

, 2018
Objective. The primary aim of this clinical evaluation project is to study the effect of voice therapy given in the speech-language pathology clinic, as individual and group therapy, as well as finding out some of the reasons for not attending the ...
Lisa Tuomi, Christina Havstam, Malin Abrahamsson, Havstam, Christina,, Millgård, Moa, Tuomi, Lisa,, Abrahamsson, Malin, Moa Millgård   +7 more
core   +1 more source

Early Body Mass Index z‐Score Change and Resolution of Severe Malnutrition in Children With Sickle Cell Anemia in a Low‐Income Setting: A Prospective Single‐Arm Extension Study

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Children with sickle cell anemia (SCA) in low‐income settings are at risk of severe malnutrition, but optimal nutritional management has not been established. We evaluated an intensified ready‐to‐use therapeutic food (RUTF) regimen in children with persistent severe malnutrition after initial treatment and assessed whether early ...
Safiya Gambo, Shehu Umar Abdullahi, Hassan Adam Murtala, Halima Kabir, Khadija A. Shamsu, Sari A. Acra, Virginia A. Stallings, Mark Rodeghier, Michael R. DeBaun, Lauren J. Klein   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

Audiology and speech pathology as emerging medical health fields

Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association
Hearing and communication skill are crucial for working and learning in order to become responsible citizens for one's country. A spectrum of illnesses ranging from mental health issues to congenital and genetic disorders, as well as inborn errors of ...
Dania Zeb, Ayesha Zeb, Zoya Tariq
doaj   +1 more source

Effectiveness of Intensive Voice Therapy Versus Weekly Therapy for Muscle Tension Dysphonia: A Noninferiority Randomised Controlled Trial With Nested Focus Group

, 2021
OBJECTIVES: To investigate the noninferiority of intensive voice therapy and compare its effects with weekly voice therapy on multidimensional outcomes of voice and well-being, satisfaction, and attendance in people with muscle tension dysphonia (MTD ...
Stabler, Penny, Lawrie, Melissa, Bishop, Carol, Theodoros, Deborah, Coman, Leah, Cardell, Elizabeth A, Wenke, Rachel, Gray, Heidi, Walton, Chloe, O'Neill, John, Madill, Catherine   +10 more
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Impact of Radiation Therapy on Physical and Psychosocial Health of Adolescents and Young Adults: A Joint Report From the Children's Oncology Group AYA and Radiation Oncology Committees

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Rates of cancer among adolescents and young adults (AYA), age 15–39 years, are increasing. Consequently, radiation oncologists are treating more AYAs who have diagnoses spanning both pediatric and adult practices. Compared to pediatric and older adult patients, AYAs face a unique set of challenges.
Hesham Elhalawani, Rachel K. Peterson, Avani D. Rao, Laurie J. McKenzie, Ahmed Magdy Elmotayam, Leslie Chang, Michael Roth, Susan L. McGovern   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

Efficacy of the voice therapy protocol (VTP) for adult patients with unilateral vocal fold mobility impairment; a feasibility study

Journal of Associated Medical Sciences
Background: Unilateral vocal fold mobility impairment (UVFMI) causes dysphonia and/or dysphagia, which can significantly affect a patient’s ability to communicate and perform regular daily life activities as well as the quality of life.
Jureemas Wilaklang, Kalyanee Makarabhirom, Sawitri Thayansin, Phurich Praneetvatakul   +3 more
doaj   +1 more source

Pediatric Idiopathic Multicentric Castleman Disease Is Often Severe But Responsive to Siltuximab

Pediatric Blood &Cancer, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Idiopathic multicentric Castleman disease (iMCD) is a potentially fatal immunologic disorder marked by widespread lymphadenopathy and inflammation. Siltuximab, an interleukin‐6 (IL‐6) inhibitor, is the only FDA‐approved treatment for adult patients with iMCD.
Bridget Austin, Sheila K. Pierson, Kelley C. Dacus, Mateo Sarmiento Bustamante, Saishravan Shyamsundar, Larissa Borys, Kayla McHugh, Abiola Irvine, Yoojin Jo, Adam Bagg, Mary Jo Lechowicz, Daisy Alapat, Amy Chadburn, Megan S. Lim, Gordan Srkalovic, Frits van Rhee, David C. Fajgenbaum, Joshua D. Brandstadter   +17 more
wiley   +1 more source

Voice Disorers and Voice Therapy in Elderly

Liječnički vjesnik : glasilo Hrvatskoga liječničkog zbora, 2020
Introduction and Objectives. Voice disorders in the elderly are usually the result of physiological changes in the larynx that result in poor voice quality, vocal fatigue, and vocal strain. However, part of the diagnosed voice disorders in this population is not due to aging.
Bonetti, Ana, Prgomet, Drago
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