Characterizing Dysphonia After Pediatric Open Airway Reconstruction: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
Zachary DahanAlix PincivyCarol NhanMathieu BergeronPublished in: Journal of otolaryngology - head & neck surgery = Le Journal d'oto-rhino-laryngologie et de chirurgie cervico-faciale (2024)
Pediatric patients experiencing dysphonia after open airway reconstruction exhibited moderately decreased voice quality and reduced voice-related quality of life. However, there was inconsistency in study protocols and outcome measures used. Preserving voice quality during airway reconstruction is crucial to avoid negative impacts on quality of life.
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