Affiliation:
1. Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine Cleveland Ohio USA
2. The Voice Center, Head & Neck Institute Cleveland Clinic Cleveland Ohio USA
3. Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine Cleveland Ohio USA
Abstract
Laryngological manifestations of connective tissue diease with hypermobility such as ehlers‐danlos syndrome (EDS) are not well defined in the literature. EDS is an inherited, hetrogeneous, connective tissue disorder characterized by joint hypermobility, skin extensibility, and joint dislocations. A case series of 9 patients is presented with varying laryngological complaints. Common comorbities include postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)/laryngopharyngeal reflux disease (LPRD). Six patients were singers. Videostroboscopic parameters and treatment courses are described. It may be beneficial to view patients with EDS and laryngological complaints through a holistic lens as many may need interdisciplinary assessment and management. Laryngoscope, 134:894–896, 2024