Ingestion of a voice-master prosthesis followed by a potentially fatal aspiration.
Various complications are associated with the use of indwelling voice prostheses. We present problems faced by a patient with his Voice-Master prosthesis, the ingestion of the prosthesis followed by a potentially fatal aspiration. The Voice-Master is unique in that in can be re-inserted. The safety strap is removed after primary insertion once the prosthesis is secure. However, during re-insertions this safety mechanism is no longer present. Therefore we recommend the placement of a temporary stitch or tie to minimize the risks of ingestion or aspiration of the prosthesis during re-insertions.
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Department of ORL, Head and Neck Surgery, School of Medical Sciences, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian, Kelantan.
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Dinsuhaimi
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Shahid
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D001237:Asphyxia / Q000209:etiology* / Q000601:surgery; D001980:Bronchi; D001999:Bronchoscopy; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007831:Larynx, Artificial / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged