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[Extended fronto-lateral laryngectomy with epiglottoplasty]
1Kliniki Otolaryngologii PAM, Szczecinie.
Otolaryngologia Polska = the Polish Otolaryngology
|January 1, 1995
Summary
This 20-year study on extended fronto-lateral laryngectomy with epiglottoplasty in 35 glottic cancer patients shows high survival rates. The surgical technique resulted in satisfactory functional outcomes for patients with T1N0 and T2N0 glottic cancer.
Area of Science:
- Otolaryngology
- Surgical Oncology
- Laryngeal Cancer Research
Background:
- Extended fronto-lateral laryngectomy is a surgical option for glottic cancer.
- Reconstruction techniques are crucial for functional outcomes post-laryngectomy.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a 20-year experience with extended fronto-lateral laryngectomy.
- To evaluate the efficacy of subsegment epiglottoplasty for laryngeal reconstruction.
- To report survival rates and functional results in glottic cancer patients.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective review of 35 patients undergoing extended fronto-lateral laryngectomy with epiglottoplasty.
- Patients diagnosed with T1N0 (22 cases) and T2N0 (13 cases) glottic cancer.
- Detailed description of the surgical technique and laryngeal reconstruction using epiglottis.
Main Results:
- The study included 35 patients (3 female, 32 male) aged 31-70.
- 3-year and 5-year survival rates were 92% and 88%, respectively.
- Satisfactory functional results were reported post-surgery.
Conclusions:
- Extended fronto-lateral laryngectomy combined with subsegment epiglottoplasty is an effective treatment for glottic cancer.
- The procedure offers high survival rates and good functional outcomes.
- This technique represents a viable option for laryngeal cancer management.