Objectives Vocal fold medialization surgery is generally considered a phonosurgical procedure for improvement of vocal function in patients with glottic insufficiency. However, the literature describing this management dysphagia limited. This study aims to assess effects on swallowing unilateral paralysis (UVFP). Methods We enrolled 32 UVFP undergoing (medialization laryngoplasty combined aryte...

Though the surgical technique of medialization thyroplasty has been standardized, still the ideal implant has not been defined in the management of unilateral vocal cord paralysis. The authors present their experience of Gore-tex as the implant material.

OBJECTIVES/HYPOTHESIS To assess the possible predictive factors for permanent laryngoplasty (PL) in patients with acute unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP), and to assess the effects of early vocal cord hyaluronic acid injection. STUDY DESIGN Prospective cohort study. METHODS Patients diagnosed with UVFP within the previous 6 months were enrolled. Initial and follow-up videolaryngostrobo...

INTRODUCTION Posterior glottic stenosis (PGS) presents a challenge to the airway surgeon. A variety of techniques, ranging from endoscopic laser arytenoidectomy and partial cordotomy to open laryngotracheoplasty with anterior and posterior costal cartilage grafting, have been described with variable results in addressing this problem in adults. Endoscopic posterior cricoid split and rib graft (...