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To highlight bilateral vocal cord paralysis (BVCP) as a rare presentation of acromegaly and its management complexities.

C43-01 The Quiet Giant: Vocal Cord Paralysis Revealing Acromegaly

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Case report highlights vocal cord paralysis as a rare indicator of acromegaly in an older man, suggesting a need for multidisciplinary management.

To highlight bilateral vocal cord paralysis (BVCP) as a rare presentation of acromegaly and its management complexities.
Case analysis of a 64-year-old man with suspected acromegaly and BVCP during elective surgery.
Evaluation included imaging (MRI) and hormonal assessments (IGF-1, growth hormone).
Difficult intubation management strategies were employed due to airway compromise caused by BVCP.
Elevated IGF-1 levels (673 ng/ml) and a 2.1 cm pituitary adenoma were confirmed on MRI.
After adenoma resection, the patient remained with persistent vocal cord paralysis requiring speech therapy after one month.
Close collaboration among ENT, anesthesia, and surgical teams was essential for airway management during the procedure.

Bahariev et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Case report highlights vocal cord paralysis as a rare indicator of acromegaly in an older man, suggesting a need for multidisciplinary management.