It is still unclear how extensive voice changes are after thyroid surgery. In cooperation with the working group Assistance Systems and Medical Technology, an app is therefore to be developed with which patients can specifically train various aspects of their voice after surgery. The study is funded by the research pool of Faculty VI of the University of Oldenburg. To evaluate the applicability, an initial feasibility study is currently underway in which the voice quality of patients is objectively measured several times during the course of therapy. As part of the study, one group of patients trains with the app at home, while the other group receives standard therapy. The first results concerning the use of the app by the patients are very promising.

Contact for further questions: Dr. rer. nat. Verena Uslar