Thyroplasty surgery: After your operation - 06/2010

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Thyroplasty surgery: After your operation

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Abstract

This handout explains what to expect after thyroplasty, a surgery to change the position or length of your vocal cords. This operation is done to relieve ongoing hoarseness or swallowing problems.

Author

Otolaryngology/Head and Neck Surgery Center

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2010

Revision Date

06/2010

Print Abstract

General Subject

Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders

Surgery

Patient Care Procedures & Instructions

Specific Subject/Keyword

Postoperative Teaching

Vocal Cords

Voice Disorders

Postoperative Complications

Self-care

Hoarseness

Postoperative Care

Languages

English

Record ID

3733