Larynx: stroboscopy: practice question

A ENT question in the style of the NEET PG paper. Answer it first, then read why the right option is right and why each of the others is wrong.

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ENT · Larynx: stroboscopy

Sample item

Which investigation best assesses the mucosal wave and vibratory pattern of the vocal folds in a patient with persistent dysphonia?

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The answer and the reasoning

D. Videostroboscopy

Videostroboscopy uses a flashing light synchronised to the vocal fold vibration to show slow-motion mucosal waves, revealing subtle lesions, scars and stiffness not visible in continuous light. It guides diagnosis and surgical planning.

Option by option

  • A. Pure tone audiometry

    Audiometry tests hearing.

  • B. Barium swallow

    A barium swallow evaluates swallowing.

  • C. Plain neck radiograph

    A plain radiograph does not show cord vibration.

  • D. Videostroboscopy (correct)

    Correct. Stroboscopy displays the vibratory pattern and mucosal wave.

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What is the answer to this ENT question?

The best answer is D, Videostroboscopy. Videostroboscopy uses a flashing light synchronised to the vocal fold vibration to show slow-motion mucosal waves, revealing subtle lesions, scars and stiffness not visible in continuous light.

Why is "Pure tone audiometry" not the answer?

Audiometry tests hearing.

Why is "Barium swallow" not the answer?

A barium swallow evaluates swallowing.

Why is "Plain neck radiograph" not the answer?

A plain radiograph does not show cord vibration.

What concept does this question test?

It tests Larynx: stroboscopy in ENT. It guides diagnosis and surgical planning.

How hard is this question?

We tag it as an application question: it asks you to use a fact on a patient or a finding. The tag is our own editorial judgement, not an official difficulty rating, so read the reason for every option, not only the answer.

How should I study Larynx: stroboscopy?

Learn tuning fork results and audiogram patterns by sketching them. Then use the flashcards and the other ENT questions on this site to test what stuck.

Is this a real NEET PG question?

No. It is an original practice item (editorial status: sample, version 1). NextPrep does not publish recalled or leaked questions, and independent faculty review of this item has not been completed yet, so confirm important facts in a standard textbook.