Polyp of vocal cord
MONDO:0021420A non-neoplastic polypoid swelling of the vocal cord mucosa. It is usually unilateral and caused by excessive use of the voice.
Also known as: laryngeal vocal fold polyp, polyp of the vocal cord, vocal cord polyp
11 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types, 7 tagged with Polyp of vocal cord itself.
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Wearable biofeedback could help voice therapy stick in daily life
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a wearable device that gives real-time feedback on voice use can help people with voice disorders (like vocal nodules or muscle tension dysphonia) improve their voicing habits outside the clinic. Participants wear a small sensor on their neck that tracks …
Early phase 1 • Sponsor: Massachusetts General Hospital • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Sep 10, 2026 00:00 UTC
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PRP shot may boost voice recovery after vocal cord surgery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether injecting platelet-rich plasma (PRP) into the vocal cords during surgery helps people recover their voice better than surgery alone. Sixty-four adults with benign vocal cord growths (like polyps or nodules) will be split into two groups: one gets PRP plus…
Sponsor: Beni-Suef University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:01 UTC
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Throat numb shot may soothe vocal cord surgery recovery
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether a numbing injection (nerve block) given during vocal cord surgery can reduce pain, coughing, and improve voice recovery afterward. About 28 adults with benign vocal cord growths will receive either the numbing medicine or a saltwater placebo. Researchers …
Phase 2 • Sponsor: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:11 UTC
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Can a voice test prevent vocal cord damage?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at how voice sounds change when people strain their vocal cords. Researchers will measure specific voice features in 100 adults, some with and some without vocal cord injury. The goal is to find early warning signs that could help prevent voice damage before it h…
Sponsor: University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Scientists measure Kids' voices to spot problems early
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study aims to create a database of vocal health in people aged 4 to 65 with no voice problems, and compare them to children with voice disorders. Participants will perform simple voice tasks into a device that measures airflow and pressure. The goal is to find the best way t…
Sponsor: University of Wisconsin, Madison • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:33 UTC