Evolution of the quality of life of total laryngectomy patients using electrolarynx.

Larissa Emilly Fiusa do Monte Isabela Coelho Simão Jodimar Ribeiro Dos Reis Junior Plínio da Cunha Leal Almir Vieira Dibai Filho Caio Marcio Barros de Oliveira Ed Carlos Rey Moura

Published in: Revista da Associacao Medica Brasileira (1992) (2024)

Electronic larynx is a viable and useful method of voice rehabilitation. Our data suggest that the use of the electrolarynx as a postlaryngectomy method of verbal communication is responsible for positive effects on patients' quality of life.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
chronic kidney disease
peritoneal dialysis
prognostic factors
working memory