Sealing of small postlaryngectomy pharyngocutaneous fistulas with voice prosthesis

M.B. Karakullukcu, P.J. Lohuis, M.W.M. van den Brekel, F.J.M. Hilgers

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Abstract

Pharyngocutaneous fistulas (PCFs) following total laryngectomy is a common complication. The standard therapy is conservative management, and if this is not successful, surgical closure. There is a group of patients with limited survival chance who have small PCFs. In these patients who are not candidates for surgery, sealing of the PCF with a voice prosthesis can significantly improve the functionality of these patients allowing them to swallow and phonate.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1971-1973
Number of pages3
JournalThe Laryngoscope
Volume120
Issue number10
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2010

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