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  • Otolaryngology
  • Head and Neck Surgery
  • Surgical Oncology

Background:

  • Limited data exists on surgical outcomes following total laryngectomy for a dysfunctional larynx.
  • Understanding closure methods is crucial for optimizing patient recovery and function.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of different surgical closure methods on postoperative fistula rates and swallowing ability after total laryngectomy for a dysfunctional larynx.
  • To identify optimal reconstructive techniques for improved patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of 268 patients undergoing total laryngectomy for a dysfunctional larynx post-radiation therapy (1998-2020).
  • Analysis of demographic data, operative details, hospitalization length, fistula formation, fistula treatment, and 6-month enteral feeding status.
  • Comparison of outcomes between primary closure and various flap methods, including radial forearm free flaps (RFFF), pectoralis flaps, and supraclavicular flaps.

Main Results:

  • A total of 268 patients were analyzed; 140 (52.2%) had flap reconstruction.
  • Postoperative fistulas occurred in 64 (23.9%) patients, with no significant difference between flap and primary closure (P = .06).
  • Radial forearm free flaps (RFFF) demonstrated a significantly lower fistula rate (P = .02) and reduced need for long-term enteral feeding (P < .0001) compared to other methods. Pectoralis flaps required more re-operations for fistula repair.

Conclusions:

  • Total laryngectomy for dysfunctional larynx results in high fistula rates (23%), but most patients (67%) do not require long-term enteral support.
  • Radial forearm free flap (RFFF) reconstruction is associated with the lowest rates of postoperative fistula and enteral feeding tube dependence.
  • RFFF represents an excellent option for reconstruction after total laryngectomy, improving functional outcomes.