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Validety of total laryngectomy Under local anaesthesia
مجله كليه طب الكندي, 2012 BackgroundCarcinoma of the larynx represent 10% of head & neck malignancies. The treatment of advanced carcinoma of larynx may include partial or total laryngectomy, with or without laser , radiotherapy,and or chemotherapy .
Thamir M. Al-rubeai +2 more
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Late-term Effects of Surgery on Nasal Functions in Patients who Underwent Total Laryngectomy Surgery
International Archives of Otorhinolaryngology, 2017 Introduction There is a common opinion that losing airway functions in total laryngectomy patients cause changes in nasal physiological rates. Studies conducted to review the subject present gaps, especially in terms of objective measurements.
Deniz Karaoglu +3 more
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Partial laryngectomy in glottic cancer: complications and oncological results
Brazilian Journal of OtorhinolaryngologyINTRODUCTION: Most patients with laryngeal carcinoma present tumors in the glottis that can be treated by different treatment modalities. Some authors consider open partial laryngectomy as obsolete, while others still deem this as a viable and cost ...
Agnaldo José Graciano +4 more
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Changes in eating habits following total and frontolateral laryngectomy
São Paulo Medical JournalCONTEXT: Swallowing is a continuous dynamic process, characterized by complex stages, that involves structures of the oral cavity, pharynx, larynx and esophagus. It can be divided into three phases: oral, pharyngeal and esophageal.
Jackeline Pillon +2 more
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Transoral supraglottic laryngectomies
Turkish Archives of Otorhinolaryngology, 2007 Objectives: To emphasize that benign and early supraglottic malignant laryngeal pathologies can be treated with transoral surgery.Methods: Twenty-five patients that supraglottic laryngectomy was performed for benign and malignant laryngeal pathologies ...
Mehmet Doğan Özkul +5 more
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Olfaction and gustation abilities after a total laryngectomy
Radiology and Oncology, 2014 Background. A laryngectomy affects many of a patient’s functions. Besides speech and respiratory-tract problems, olfaction and gustation problems can also have an influence on the quality of life.
Mumovic Gordana, Hocevar-Boltezar Irena
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Case Reports in Otolaryngology, 2019 The nasogastric tube remains an important route of enteral feeding in the early postoperative period following total laryngectomy. Its insertion, however, is not without any risks of complications.
Guled M. Jama +4 more
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Assessing Laryngectomy Patient Education on YouTube: Investigating Quality and Reliability
OTO OpenObjective This study aimed to characterize the quality of laryngectomy‐related patient education on YouTube and understand factors impacting video content quality. Study Design Cross‐sectional cohort analysis.
Matthew E. Lin +6 more
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Evaluation of a novel simulation-based training for urgent laryngectomy care
BMC Medical EducationBackground Laryngectomy (removal of the larynx, usually due to cancer) results in significant anatomical changes requiring specific clinical skills to safely manage the airway and support altered communication. It is crucial that healthcare professionals
Freya Sparks +2 more
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Scientific ReportsTo investigate the influence of early dysphagia on quality of life in patients with partial laryngectomy, and to investigate the application value of Flexible Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing (FEES).
Lina Jia +7 more
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