[Contact laser microsurgery in laryngeal neoplasms]

Area of Science:

• Otolaryngology
• Surgical Oncology
• Laser Medicine

Background:

• Laryngeal tumors require precise surgical intervention.
• Endolaryngeal microsurgery is a standard treatment approach.
• Evaluating novel laser technologies is crucial for improving outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To establish the theoretical and practical basis for using high-energy YAG laser in endolaryngeal microsurgery.
• To assess the efficacy and safety of YAG laser for laryngeal tumors.
• To define indications and contraindications for this laser modality.

Main Methods:

• Analysis of results from 129 patients with benign laryngeal tumors.
• Analysis of results from 135 patients with malignant laryngeal tumors.
• Application of high-energy YAG laser under contact regimen during endolaryngeal microsurgery.

Main Results:

• The study provides a foundation for the clinical application of YAG laser.
• Detailed consideration of the method's advantages, indications, and contraindications.
• Successful application in a cohort of 264 patients with laryngeal tumors.

Conclusions:

• High-energy YAG laser is a viable option for endolaryngeal microsurgery of laryngeal tumors.
• The contact regimen offers specific benefits for tumor removal.
• Further research should explore long-term outcomes and comparative effectiveness.