Authors: Andrews BT, Van Daele DJ, Karnell MP, McCulloch TM, Graham SM, Hoffman HT
Title: Evaluation of open approach and injection laryngoplasty in revision thyroplasty procedures
Source: Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery 2008 138(2): 226-232
Year: 2008
Research Design: Non Randomised Controlled Trial
Rating Score: 00/10
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Eligibility specified - Y
Random allocation - N
Concealed allocation - N
Baseline comparability - N
Blind subjects - N
Blind therapists - N
Blind assessors - N
Adequate follow-up - N
Intention-to-treat analysis - N
Between-group comparisons - N
Point estimates and variability - N
Abstract:

Introduction: Vocal outcomes after medialization laryngoplasty are variable and may change over time. A revision procedure via open approach or an injection laryngoplasty may be necessary to improve vocal outcomes. Methods: A retrospective chart review was performed. Results: Twenty-nine subjects were identified and stratified into group 1A (n = 9) if the allograft was repositioned/replaced, group 1B (n = 4) if the allograft was removed, and group 2 (n = 16) if an injection laryngoplasty was performed. Statistically significant differences were found between all data prerevision to postrevision (P [less-than or equal to] 0.05) for group 1A and group 2 when multiple paired-sample t tests were calculated for patient-reported voice severity ratings and voice impact ratings as well as clinician-reported voice ratings of grade, roughness, and breathiness. Results of group 2 were often temporary, with 10 of 16 (62.5%) subjects receiving multiple injections. Conclusion: Both open revision laryngoplasty and injection laryngoplasty are successful at providing improved vocal outcomes. Results are often temporary after injection laryngoplasty and often require multiple procedures.

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