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Lynn Smithwick1, Priscilla Davis, Jess Dancer
1University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, University of Arkansas at Little Rock, 72204, USA.
Abstract:
132 female laryngectomees responded to a questionnaire regarding satisfaction with their communication methods as postlaryngectomees and speech-language pathology services. Respondents were satisfied overall with their primary communication selection; however, most would like to try a method that produced a more feminine-sounding voice. 68% were satisfied with their speech-language pathology services.
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