Prospective pilot study of a smartphone app as a screening tool for unilateral vocal fold paresis/paralysis

Key Points

• Smartphone app demonstrates a potential screening tool for unilateral vocal fold paresis, enhancing diagnosis.
• The app's diagnostic accuracy reached 80% when compared with traditional methods in this pilot study.
• Prospective pilot study utilized a smartphone app to assess vocal fold function among 30 individuals with voice disorders.
• Findings suggest the app may simplify screening processes, although further validation is needed across diverse populations.