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Dynamic Voice Optimization After Type I Thyroplasty Using a Novel Adjustable Implant: A Prospective Longitudinal

Nadhirah Mohd Shakri^1,2, Mawaddah Azman^1,2, Qi Shen Chua¹

¹Department of Otorhinolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Bandar Tun Razak, Kuala Lumpur 56000, Malaysia.

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Summary

The APrevent Vocal Implant System (VOIS) offers safe and effective treatment for unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP), significantly improving voice quality. Postoperative adjustments allow for dynamic optimization, enhancing outcomes and reducing revision surgery needs.

Keywords:

dysphonia laryngology medialization thyroplasty phonosurgery vocal fold paralysis voice disorder voice surgery

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An Implantable System For Chronic In Vivo Electromyography

An Implantable System For Chronic In Vivo Electromyography

Published on: April 21, 2020

Area of Science:

Otolaryngology
Speech Pathology
Biomedical Engineering

Background:

Unilateral vocal fold paralysis (UVFP) significantly impacts voice quality and patient life.
Medialization thyroplasty (MT) is a surgical option for UVFP.
The APrevent Vocal Implant System (VOIS) offers an adjustable approach to MT.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the clinical outcomes, safety, and efficacy of the VOIS.
To assess the impact of postoperative saline adjustments on voice outcomes in UVFP patients.

Main Methods:

A retrospective-prospective longitudinal study of 11 chronic UVFP patients undergoing VOIS MT.
Multidimensional voice parameters analyzed preoperatively and at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months postoperatively.
Statistical analysis using Friedman and Wilcoxon signed-rank tests.

Main Results:

Significant and sustained improvements in voice parameters (mVHI-10, MPT, jitter, shimmer, NHR) observed over 12 months.
72.73% of patients received postoperative saline adjustments, leading to further voice enhancement.
No major complications like airway obstruction or hematoma were reported.

Conclusions:

VOIS MT is a safe and effective treatment for UVFP, yielding lasting voice improvements.
Postoperative saline adjustments allow dynamic glottal closure optimization, minimizing revision surgery.
VOIS provides a flexible, adjustable alternative to static medialization techniques for UVFP.