Neutral positions of Vocal cord is:
Paramedian
Median
Intermediate
Abducted
Position of vocal cord Distance from center Situation in Palsy Median Midline Phonation RLN Paralysis Paramedian 1.5mm Strong whisper RLN Paralysis Intermediate (Cadaveric) 3.5mm Neutral position Paralysis of both RLN & SLN Gentle Abduction 7mm Quite Respiration Paralysis of Adductors Full Abduction 9.5mm Deep Inspiration Paralysis of Adductors
JIPMER 2018