Force Metrics and Suspension Times for Microlaryngoscopy Procedures To determine the difference in force metrics measured by the laryngeal force sensor for various suspension microlaryngoscopy (SML) procedures and their perioperative narcotic requirements.

Voice Restoration after Radiation and Supracricoid Partial Laryngectomy by Injection Augmentation of the Arytenoid Supracricoid partial laryngectomy (SCPL) is an organ-preserving surgical technique intended to achieve oncologic control of laryngeal cancer while maintaining laryngeal functions. Most patients who undergo SCPL achieve a serviceable voice. However, several factors can affect the function of the neoglottis after SCPL. We report the case of a 53-year-old male referred for near aphonia after undergoing SCPL for recurrent laryngeal carcinoma initially treated with radiation. Calcium hydroxylapatite injection augmentation of the right arytenoid was performed to assist neoglottic closure.

Comparison of Voice Quality of Life in Early Stage Glottic Carcinoma Treated with Endoscopic Cordectomy Using Radiofrequency Microdissection Electrodes, Laser Cordectomy, and Radiotherapy To compare the quality of life of patients with early glottic carcinoma who have been treated using three treatment modalities: endoscopic cordectomy using radiofrequency microdissection electrodes (ECRM), transoral laser cordectomy, and radiotherapy (RT). ECRM, transoral laser cordectomy, and RT can all be used as alternatives to invasive open surgery to treat the early stages of glottic cancer such as stage T1. Patients treated using these different modalities could have different outcomes with respect to voice quality of life.

An Investigation of the Relationship between Adherence to Voice Therapy for Muscle Tension Dysphonia and Employment, Social Support, and Life Satisfaction The purpose of this study was to investigate whether a relationship exists between employment status, perception of life quality (ie, vocal impairment, health, life satisfaction, and social support), and adherence to voice therapy for persons with muscle tension dysphonia (MTD). This study extends recent work as it evaluates investigating the impact of social support and life satisfaction on adherence to voice therapy for MTD.

High-Resolution Manometry as a Tool for Biofeedback in Vertical Laryngeal Positioning Low vertical larynx results in reduced musculoskeletal tension and easier vocal fold vibration what is critical not only for professional voice users but also for patients with dysphonia. High-resolution manometry (HRM) provides real time upper esophageal sphincter positioning as a surrogate for laryngeal location and it may be a tool for laryngeal excursion biofeedback. This study aims to evaluate HRM as a biofeedback instrument to control vertical laryngeal position.

Surgical and Nonsurgical Lines of Treatment of Reinke's Edema: A Systematic Literature Review The aim of this study was to carry out a systematic review of different surgical and nonsurgical lines of treatment of Reinke's edema to identify the effectiveness and the guidelines described to use each of them.

Olfactory Ecto-Mesenchymal Stem Cells in Laryngeal Nerve Regeneration in Rats Selective intralaryngeal reinnervation has been shown to be effective in experimental models. This consists of independently reinnerving the adductor and abductor of laryngeal muscles of the larynx, in order to prevent any misalignment of the axonal regrowth, improve the functional recovery and tend toward reduction of synkinesis. The surgical technique remains complex. Current research focuses on simplifying and improving this technique. Olfactory ectomesenchymal stem cells (OEMSC) represent an interesting candidate for cell therapy and could be obtained from olfactory mucosa.

Diagnostic Value of Acoustic and Aerodynamic Measurements in Vocal Fold Movement Disorders and their Correlation with Laryngeal Electromyography and Voice Handicap Index Investigate the relationships between the Voice Handicap Index, laryngeal electromyography, and objective acoustic voice testing in order to determine the utility of these measures in the management of vocal fold movement disorders.

Tongue Edema Secondary to Suspension Laryngoscopy Suspension microlaryngoscopy (SML) is generally a safe, same-day procedure. Complications have been linked to prolonged operative time and substantial force applied to the tongue. This report of two cases describes marked tongue edema following SML, a complication not yet reported in the literature.

Vocal Dose of Preservice Music Therapists, Preservice Music Teachers, and Other Undergraduate Students Researchers have studied various populations with high vocal doses and prevalence of related voice disorders. Teachers, singers, and university students are three such populations that have been examined extensively. No studies to date, however, have examined the voice use of music therapists and compared their voice use to these other populations.