Laryngeal Keratosis

Laryngeal keratosis is hyperkeratotic white lesion of the vocal cord (including leukoplakia/hyperkeratosis), due to smoking/voice overuse/reflux, presenting with hoarseness. It may show variable dysplasia. Treatment: biopsy/microlaryngoscopic removal; treat smoking/reflux; voice therapy; close follow-up laryngoscopy for recurrence/dysplasia; treat dysplasia (excision/laser) to prevent progression to carcinoma; smoking cessation.

Common Symptoms

Hoarseness; white vocal-cord lesion; smoking history; variable dysplasia

Causes and Pathogenesis

Smoking/reflux/irritant causes squamous hyperkeratosis, with risk of dysplasia progression.

Treatment

Biopsy/removal; treat smoking/reflux; voice therapy; close follow-up for dysplasia

Preventive Measures

Smoking cessation; treat reflux; voice care.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the ENT/Oncology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.