Abstract
This manual is designed to instruct the surgeon, the nurse, and, directly or indirectly, the patient on the updated usage of prostheses involved with reconstructive surgery of the larynx, trachea, and esophagus. The silicone tracheal Safe-T-Tube has been modified in an attempt to prevent its being displaced posteriorly into the trachea. The silicone tracheal cannula can be used in place of a tracheotomy tube unless there is aspiration or positive pressure breathing is required. Its success with sleep apnea has been especially gratifying. The salivary bypass tube and the esophageal tube continue to be of use in treating fistulas, strictures, and reconstruction of the cervical esophagus. The laryngeal keel and stent are described and illustrated for use with reconstructive surgery of the larynx.
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