Minimizing revision rates with the "Π" technique for bilateral vocal fold immobility: A new technique combining carbon dioxide and diode laser

Petros D Karkos; Marios Stavrakas

doi:10.1002/hed.24323

Minimizing revision rates with the "Π" technique for bilateral vocal fold immobility: A new technique combining carbon dioxide and diode laser

Petros D Karkos, Marios Stavrakas

Ahepa Univeristy Hospital

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Abstract

BACKGROUND: For more than 25 years, posterior laser transverse cordotomy has been generally considered the ideal endoscopic minimally invasive procedure of choice for bilateral vocal fold immobility. The main drawback of this procedure, when compared to more aggressive "glottic aperture improvement" operations, is the high revision rates, caused by granulations, adhesion, and scar, for example.

METHODS: We describe a technique using a combination of conventional and flexible lasers. Our technique seems to minimize the revision rates.

CONCLUSION: This new technique combining CO2 and diode laser is a safe alternative for treating bilateral vocal fold palsies.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	801-803
Number of pages	3
Journal	Head and Neck
Volume	38
Issue number	5
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1002/hed.24323
Publication status	Published - May 2016
Externally published	Yes

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Otorhinolaryngology

Keywords

Carbon Dioxide
Humans
Lasers, Gas/therapeutic use
Lasers, Semiconductor/therapeutic use
Reoperation
Vocal Cord Paralysis/surgery
Vocal Cords/surgery

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Minimizing revision rates with the "Π" technique for bilateral vocal fold immobility: A new technique combining carbon dioxide and diode laser

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