Nodules/Polyps/Cysts In-Class Sheet

Where are nodules located?

Mid 1/3 membranous region

Can you look through nodules or not?

No

Are nodules pink or white?

white

How far into the vocal fold layers can nodules be located?

underneath epithelium in BMZ to the superficial lamina propria

Are nodules symmetrical?

yes

What is the name of the polyps that are on a stalk?

Pendunculated

What is the name of the polyps that have a wide base?

Sessile

What if a polyp is pink or red? What was the history?

hemorrhage (history: really intense vocal event)

Are polyps unilateral or bilateral?

unilateral

What can grow on the opposite side from the polyp slamming into it?

reaction change

Where are polyps on the vocal folds?

Mid 1/3 membranous region

What are the cysts that grow under the mucosa along the vocal fold edge?

sub-epithelium

What are the cysts that grow inside the vocal fold?

intra-cordal

Are cysts always developed in adulthood?

No, they can be congential (pediatrics).

How do cysts look different than polyps and nodules?

smooth, round, egg-shaped, little white ball

What must be done surgically to remove vocal fold cysts?

remove epithelial capsule so it doesn't fill up again