title: Pre and post laryngectomee: one patient's point of view.
abstract: For patients, their family members, and significant others, the experience of a total laryngectomy is overwhelming and forever changes relationships and patterns of daily living. This article, written by a rehabilitated laryngectomee, presents one perspective on this process which warrants careful consideration by all health care providers. It is written strictly from the author's point of view and includes his own personal experiences with the intent of helping others facing the same procedure.
authors.forename: R
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Crum
mesh_terms: D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D001294:Attitude to Health; D006801:Humans; D007825:Laryngectomy / Q000451:nursing / Q000523:psychology*; D008297:Male; D009723:Nurse-Patient Relations; D012944:Social Support