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Achieving optimal voice restoration has long been the goal in total laryngectomy patients. Significantly, the achievement of a good voice has a great impact on the quality of life in this patient population. Numerous surgical and non-surgical options are available. Foremost of these is a tracheoesophageal puncture with use of a voice prosthesis. Creation of the tracheoesophageal puncture is a simple procedure which can be performed using a variety of techniques. It can also be done under general anesthesia or in the office setting. Surgical evaluation and ongoing care of the voice prosthesis is carried out in conjunction with the speech language pathologist. Most patients do well, with a variety of solutions being available for uncommon issues which may occur. In the majority of patients, alaryngeal speech is readily achievable. The head and neck surgeon should be well-versed in the techniques available. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

A recent systematic review study conducted by researchers at the University of Patras in Greece aimed to assess the impact of using esophageal speech (ES) as a method of vocal rehabilitation on the quality of life (QoL) and vocal functionality of patients after total laryngectomy. The study analyzed data from nine studies and found that the effectiveness of ES varied among patients. While some patients reported improvements in QoL and vocal functionality, others faced challenges such as difficulty in learning the technique and unsatisfactory phonetic performance. Overall, the research suggests that ES can have a positive impact on patients' communication and psychological state compared to those who have not undergone rehabilitation, but the technique's effectiveness depends on various factors. [Extracted from the article]

A recent study conducted in Rome, Italy, focused on the rehabilitation of speech and language disorders, specifically alaryngeal speech. The study aimed to determine the percentage of use of the Automatic Speaking Valve (ASV) in laryngectomized patients with voice prosthesis (VP) and to identify the main reasons for non-use. The researchers proposed a specific rehabilitation training based on moving phonatory exercises. The results showed a significant increase in ASV usage after the training, with patients reporting high levels of treatment compliance and satisfaction. The study concluded that a targeted approach simulating everyday phonatory and breathing difficulties can increase the ASV usage rate. [Extracted from the article]

Alaryngeal Speech, Health and Medicine, Rehabilitation of Speech and Language Disorders Keywords: Alaryngeal Speech; Health and Medicine; Rehabilitation of Speech and Language Disorders EN Alaryngeal Speech Health and Medicine Rehabilitation of Speech and Language Disorders 2697 2697 1 08/14/23 20230818 NES 230818 2023 AUG 18 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Data detailed on alaryngeal speech have been presented. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Alaryngeal Speech; Esophageal Speech; Health and Medicine; Laryngectomy; Quality of Life; Rehabilitation; Rehabilitation of Speech and Language Disorders; Surgery; Therapy EN Alaryngeal Speech Esophageal Speech Health and Medicine Laryngectomy Quality of Life Rehabilitation Rehabilitation of Speech and Language Disorders Surgery Therapy 958 958 1 07/10/23 20230714 NES 230714 2023 JUL 16 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Medical Devices & Surgical Technology Week -- New research on laryngectomy is the subject of a new report. Alaryngeal Speech, Esophageal Speech, Health and Medicine, Laryngectomy, Quality of Life, Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation of Speech and Language Disorders, Surgery, Therapy. [Extracted from the article]

Keywords: Stanford; State:California; United States; North and Central America; Alaryngeal Speech; Esophageal Speech; Health and Medicine; Rehabilitation; Rehabilitation of Speech and Language Disorders; Therapy EN Stanford State:California United States North and Central America Alaryngeal Speech Esophageal Speech Health and Medicine Rehabilitation Rehabilitation of Speech and Language Disorders Therapy 1493 1493 1 03/23/23 20230324 NES 230324 2023 MAR 24 (NewsRx) -- By a News Reporter-Staff News Editor at Health & Medicine Week -- Data detailed on Rehabilitation of Speech and Language Disorders - Alaryngeal Speech have been presented. The news reporters obtained a quote from the research from Stanford University, "This reduction coincides with the increased application of tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP) voice restoration. [Extracted from the article]