Definition
A rare neurological voice disorder that is characterized by spasms of the vocal cords causing interruptions of speech and affecting voice quality. The condition causes the voice to break up or have a tight, strained or strangled quality. Sometimes the voice can also be breathy or whispery. Spasmodic dysphonia is a chronic condition that continues throughout a person's life.
URL Name
YF-3000-8030
Third Level Code
YF-3000
Taxonomy Code
YF-3000.8030
Parent Code
YF-3000
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YF
Fourth Level Code
YF-3000-8030
Use References
Laryngeal Dysphonia
Publication Status
Online