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The effect of tracheostomy on swallowing function in open partial horizontal laryngectomies: preliminary experience
1Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, University Hospital of Modena, Modena, Italy.
Objective:
Tracheostomy is required to ensure a safe airway in open partial horizontal laryngectomies. The presence of the tracheostomy tube can contribute to post-operative dysphagia. This study aimed to evaluate the effects of a circumferential tracheostomy technique on swallowing.
Methods:
A retrospective study was conducted of patients who underwent open partial horizontal laryngectomies between April 2018 and June 2019. Patients were divided into two groups based on the tracheostomy technique: group 1 had two stitches from the inferior tracheal ring to the skin; group 2 had circumferential fixation of the trachea to the skin. Demographic information, surgical data, post-operative rehabilitation course and complication details were collected and analysed.
Results:
Twenty-four patients were enrolled. Patients in group 2 had significant improvement in the initial phases of swallowing rehabilitation.
Conclusion:
Tracheostomy with anchorage of the trachea to the skin by circumferential stitches could allow early removal of the tracheal tube, with a better swallowing outcome.
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