Larynx : Surgical Procedures, Complications and Disorders

In this book, the authors present current research in the study of surgical procedures, complications and disorders of the larynx. Topics discussed include the molecular biology of laryngeal cancer; laryngeal reconstruction and voice rehabilitation; open supragottic horizontal laryngectomy; speech rehabilitation for patients who suffer larynx and voice box deficiencies; the lower esophageal sphincter and its relationship with the larynx; and the peri- and post-operative complications of endoscopic laser microsurgery of malignant tumors of the larynx.