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  • 1Dept of Otolaryngology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN 37232-2559, USA.

The Annals of Otology, Rhinology, and Laryngology
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The endoscopic vocal fold (VF) microflap effectively treats VF disorders by preserving vibratory function. This minimally invasive technique showed improved VF closure and mucosal wave function in most patients.

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Laryngology
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Vocal fold (VF) disorders within the lamina propria require surgical techniques that preserve or restore vibratory function.
  • Traditional methods may compromise VF vibratory characteristics.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of the endoscopic vocal fold (VF) microflap procedure.
  • To assess the impact of the microflap technique on VF vibratory characteristics and patient outcomes.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective study of 40 endoscopic VF microflaps in 32 patients.
  • Review of surgical pathology, pre- and postoperative voice recordings, and stroboscopic examinations.
  • Comparison of perceptual voice analysis and stroboscopic findings.

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Main Results:

  • Perceptual voice analysis showed no significant change.
  • Improved VF closure postoperatively in 27/29 patients.
  • Return of mucosal wave in 18/24 VFs for cyst/polyp excision; preserved when pre-existing.
  • 28/30 patients reported clinical improvement.

Conclusions:

  • The endoscopic VF microflap is an efficacious surgical technique for selected vocal fold disorders.
  • The procedure demonstrates potential for improving VF closure and mucosal wave function.
  • Minimally invasive approach preserves essential vibratory characteristics.