An unusual complication of tracheoesophageal puncture for speech restoration.
Prosthetic voice rehabilitation post-laryngectomy is becoming more popular with otolaryngologists in Canada. However, as with any procedure, surgeons must be aware of potential complications. We present the first detailed report of a case in the creation of a dissecting false passage following tracheoesophageal puncture.
Leakos
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Department of Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery, Toronto Hospital, Ontario, Canada.
Brown
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D000368:Aged; D002408:Catheters, Indwelling / Q000009:adverse effects; D002637:Chest Pain / Q000209:etiology; D004947:Esophagus / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007825:Laryngectomy / Q000534:rehabilitation*; D007831:Larynx, Artificial / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011677:Punctures; D014132:Trachea / Q000601:surgery*