Paul Oserhemhen Adobamen Author
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Department of Ear, Nose, Throat, Head and Neck Surgery, University Of Benin Teaching Hospital, Nigeria
Mr.Paul Oserhemhen Adobamen Belonging to Department of Ear in the field of the Laryngeal trauma; Management; Niger-delta; Tertiary; Tracheostomy; Nigeria from the University Of Benin Teaching Hospital, Nigeria
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Author(s): Paul Oserhemhen Adobamen
Study background: A good number of cases of hoarseness are seen in the Ear, Nose, Throat, Head and Neck (ENTH & N) Surgery clinic of the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), Benin City, Nigeria. Hoarseness has different causes, some of which are life-threatening; this study was done to determine the causes.
Material and methods: A prospective study of all patients that presented with hoarseness in our clinic between January, 2009 and December, 2010 was carried out. The patients’ history and examinations findings were noted.
Results: Eighty six patients; 49 males and 37 females presented with hoarseness. Ages ranged f... view moreĀ»