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[Tracheostomy cannulas and voice prostheses].

B Kramp1, S Dommerich

  • 1Klinik und Poliklinik für Hals-Nasen-Ohrenheilkunde, Kopf- und Halschirurgie Otto Körner der Universität Rostock, Rostock. burkhard.kramp@med.uni-rostock.de

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This review covers tracheostomy cannulas and voice prostheses, mechanical aids for patients with tracheostomies or laryngectomies. Proper selection and management of these devices are crucial for patient rehabilitation and airway access.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Devices
  • Otolaryngology
  • Respiratory Medicine

Background:

  • Patients undergoing tracheostomies or laryngectomies require mechanical aids like tracheostomy cannulas and voice prostheses.
  • Understanding the indications, surgical procedures, and consequences of these interventions is key to selecting appropriate artificial aids.
  • Classical tracheostomy remains the preferred method for long-term tracheal access, despite the rise of percutaneous techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the indications, surgical procedures, and consequences related to tracheostomies and laryngectomies.
  • To elucidate the specific requirements for artificial aids used in these patient populations.
  • To guide the selection of optimal tracheostomy cannulas and voice prostheses for individual patient needs.

Main Methods:

  • Review of literature on tracheostomy cannulas and voice prostheses.
  • Analysis of indications and surgical procedures for tracheostomies and laryngectomies.
  • Discussion of device properties, material science, and biofilm formation impacting prosthesis longevity.

Main Results:

  • Tracheostomy cannulas maintain airway patency and facilitate access to the lower respiratory tract.
  • Voice prostheses enable effective vocal rehabilitation post-laryngectomy, with selection depending on model variations.
  • Heat and moisture exchangers (HME) combined with prostheses aid both vocal and pulmonary rehabilitation, though biofilm formation can limit device duration.

Conclusions:

  • Individualized selection of tracheostomy cannulas and voice prostheses is essential for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Proper management of voice prostheses, including understanding device failure and loss, is critical for physicians.
  • Further research into materials and biofilm prevention may enhance the longevity and efficacy of these vital medical devices.