Partial pharyngolaryngectomy with free flap for an unusual pharyngeal stenosis: surgical experience and literature review

This report describes the case of a middle-aged man who attempted suicide, which resulted in laryngeal webbing and pharyngeal stenosis. The patient was compromised at the level of respiration, necessitating a tracheostomy. Alimentation was also affected, and feeding was done through a gastrostomy tube. Unfortunately, the fibrous tissues were resistant to dilatation and laser treatment. Hence, he underwent a modified partial horizontal supraglottic laryngectomy (PHSL) and pharyngectomy to excise all of the fibrous tissues formed after the incident.
Source: International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery - Category: ENT & OMF Authors: Tags: CRE Source Type: research