A Multidisciplinary Approach to Vocal Cord Dysfunction: A Novel Pilot Study

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Conditions studied: Vocal Cord Dysfunction

In brief

Vocal Cord Dysfunction (VCD) is characterized by involuntary closure of the vocal cords while inhaling. Children and adolescents with VCD may experience multiple symptoms, including difficulty breathing, coughing, wheezing, neck tightness, and voice changes. There is limited information on optimal management of VCD. In our proposed study, we will use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to change how patients respond to their VCD symptoms. Measurements of airflow during breathing as well as symptom frequency and intensity will be examined prior to and following a series of four therapy sessions with a clinical psychologist that are focused on teaching patients strategies to decrease symptom reactivity.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT01916616

Run by

CAMC Health System

People needed

20

Starts

2013-09-01

Expected to finish

2015-06-30

Last updated by the study team

2020-03-04

Who can join

Age: 13 and older, up to 18. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Adolescent patients presenting to West Virginia University, Charleston Division Sub-specialty Clinic for Pediatric Pulmonology with a clinical diagnosis of vocal cord dysfunction.
• Diagnosed with VCD within 12 months prior to study enrollment. between the ages of 13 and 18 years old.
• Currently symptomatic for VCD.
• Must have a baseline PFT to reference at the time of diagnosis. Additionally in patients who were diagnosed with VCD 6 months or more prior to study enrollment, current PFT results as part of routine care, are required.
• A parent or guardian must agree to participate in the four behavioral therapy sessions with his or her child.

You may not qualify if…

• Severe psychiatric disorders (ex. psychosis, suicidal ideation)
• Developmental delay
• Previous speech therapy for the treatment of VCD.
• Currently receiving psychological counseling.
• In open Child Protective Services cases.

Where it is running

• Department of Pediatric, West Virginia University-Charleston Division — Charleston, West Virginia, United States

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