Surgical reconstruction in laryngeal carcinoma

Abstract

Tumors of the larynx can substantially impair vocal function, breathing and also swallowing. The primary goal of reconstructive surgical treatment of laryngeal tumors is to sufficiently resect the tumor while minimizing the effects of the treatment on the voice, breathing and swallowing. In general, primary reconstructions in primary laryngeal surgery have many advantages. The tissue at this point in time is soft because the scarring process has not yet been initiated. A better prerequisite for a sufficient glottic closure can also be expected through the immediate adjustment of the volume of the vocal folds; however, reconstructive treatment can also be carried out secondarily. Different methods of reconstructive surgery for laryngeal carcinoma are presented and discussed.