title: Stapler-assisted closure in total laryngectomy.
abstract: The total laryngectomy is a surgical procedure that requires technically sound reconstruction in order to preserve a patient's swallowing function. Traditionally, a handsewn technique has been utilized to accomplish this endeavor. Recent applications of surgical stapling devices have been noted in an attempt to circumvent the need for handsewn reconstruction. This paper documents the application of a surgical stapling device in reconstructing a total laryngectomy defect. A brief review of the literature is provided to compare the differences between handsewn techniques and stapling techniques.
authors.affiliation: Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Ochsner Medical Center in Jefferson, LA, USA.
authors.forename: Akash G
authors.initials: AG
authors.lastname: Anand
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D006801:Humans; D007825:Laryngectomy / Q000379:methods*; D008297:Male; D017792:Surgical Stapling; D013536:Suture Techniques