Discuss the rationale, indications, methods and outcomes of platelet rich plasma injections for vocal fold pathology.

outcome objectives:

1. understand which patients are suitable for PRP injections

2. review the setup and preparation of plasma for VF PRP injections and the method of delivery

3. discuss the short and long term outcomes, risks and benefits of VF PRP injection

4. background:

5. we have undertaken VF PRP injections for more than two years, and have published three papers with short and long term outcomes. We aim to share our experience in setting up to perform these procedures, the benefits for patients and the expected course and duration of change.