Introduction The ventricle ends in a blind pouch anteriorly called the sacculus or saccule, which is variously known as the appendix ventriculi larynges or Hilton’s sac. Laryngocele refers to a…

Keywords laryngoplasty, thyroplasty, vocal cord paralysis, glottic insufficiency   Introduction Medialization laryngoplasty or thyroplasty type I was first described and later popularized by Ishiki during the 1970s. Netterville first reported…

Introduction Medialization laryngoplasty (type I thyroplasty) and arytenoid adduction are excellent surgical options for rehabilitation of the voice in patients suffering from glottic insufficiency. These are great options for surgical…

Introduction Recurrent respiratory papillomatosis (RRP) is a rare viral-induced disease of the upper aerodigestive tract characterized by epithelial lesions. Caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), this disease presents in both children…

Introduction The term vocal fold injection (VFI) typically refers to global vocal fold augmentation for purposes of addressing glottic insufficiency, although superficial injection into the lamina propria is performed occasionally…

Introduction Patients complaining of hoarseness, vocal fatigue, diminished vocal range, strain, or other vocal issues require a complete laryngeal examination. Based on the findings of this examination, several treatments may…

Introduction Office-based laryngeal procedures are quickly gaining popularity. These procedures are cost effective and provide an important alternative for patients who are not good candidates for operative direct laryngoscopy. Included…