Voice Prosthesis in Total Laryngectomized Patients: From Patient Selection to Complication Management

by: Carmelo Saraniti (Author),Barbara Verro(Author),Simona Fiumara(Author)&0more

Publisher: Springer
Edition: 2024th

Publication Date: 4 May 2024

Language: English

Print Length: 102 pages

ISBN-10: 3031296532

ISBN-13: 9783031296536

Book Description

The volume offers a comprehensive overview of voice rehabilitation after total laryngectomy through a multidisciplinary approach which is the result of the collaboration between otolaryngology specialists and speech therapists.After a short introduction on total laryngectomy and voice recovery, the volume discusses patient selection for voice prosthesis. The following part describes the surgical steps for prosthesis implantation and replacement, the complications that may occur and their solutions. The fourth part focuses on voice rehabilitation. The closing part reviews the different types of voice prostheses and devices and their use and correct management for optimal respiratory, olfactory and speech rehabilitation. Each topic addressed is supported by a wealth of detailed images and step-by-step videos. Given its features, the volume will be an invaluable tool for ENT specialists and speech therapists as well as residents in these fields.