SynthesisThe Laryngoscope2021
Voice and Swallowing Outcomes Following Airway Reconstruction in Adults: A Systematic Review.
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9 citing papers in PubMed, 1 synthesis or guideline pooled it, 27 citations in OpenAlex.
- Guidelines for the Management of Adult Subglottic and Tracheal Stenosis From the Korean Bronchoesophagological Society.Clinical and experimental otorhinolaryngology · 2026Guideline
- Speech and language therapy management of laryngotracheal stenosis - what has changed.Current opinion in otolaryngology & head and neck surgery · 2026Review
- Development of a Core Outcome Set for Intervention Studies in Adults With Laryngotracheal Stenosis.The Laryngoscope · 2025Article
- Swallowing outcomes after tracheal resection and anastomosis: full versus mini infrahyoid laryngeal drop.European archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery · 2024Article
- In-depth analysis of pre- and postoperative functional outcome parameters in patients receiving laryngotracheal surgery.European journal of cardio-thoracic surgery : official journal of the European Association for Cardio-thoracic Surgery · 2024Article
- A novel technique of voice-sparing cricotracheal resection.JTCVS techniques · 2024Article
- Balloon dilatation is superior to COEuropean archives of oto-rhino-laryngology : official journal of the European Federation of Oto-Rhino-Laryngological Societies (EUFOS) : affiliated with the German Society for Oto-Rhino-Laryngology - Head and Neck Surgery · 2023Article
- "A Major Quality of Life Issue": A Survey-Based Analysis of the Experiences of Adults With Laryngotracheal Stenosis with Mucus and Cough.The Annals of otology, rhinology, and laryngology · 2022Article
- Not Just Dyspnoea: Swallowing as a Concern for Adults with Laryngotracheal Stenosis Undergoing Airway Reconstruction.Dysphagia · 2022Article
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5 authors at 1 institution in 2 countries.
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Abstract
objectivesLaryngotracheal stenosis is a rare condition characterized by upper airway narrowing. Reconstructive surgical treatment aims to manage the area of stenosis to improve dyspnea and can impact voice and swallowing function. This article critically evaluates the literature about voice and swallowing outcomes in adults with laryngotracheal stenosis who undergo reconstructive surgery. STUDY
designSystematic review.
methodsSix databases were searched for articles referring to voice and swallowing outcome measures following reconstruction procedures in adults with laryngotracheal stenosis. Screening was completed using predefined inclusion/exclusion criteria.
resultsA total of 143 abstracts were reviewed, with 67 articles selected for full-text review. Twenty studies met the inclusion criteria. Data extraction was completed with the Strengthening Reporting of Observational Studies in Epidemiology checklist with Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine Level of Evidence used to indicate quality. Risk of bias was assessed using the Risk of Bias Assessment Tool for Non-Randomized Studies. All studies scored a high risk of bias in at least one of the domains. Selection and timing of outcome measures was heterogenous, and there was limited information provided about rationale or reliability.
conclusionsThe literature acknowledges the importance of voice and swallowing outcomes following airway reconstruction. Studies show correlation between reconstructive surgery and deterioration in vocal function; there are no consistent data about swallowing outcomes. The lack of a core outcome measures set for adults with laryngotracheal stenosis limits the findings of this review. Further research is needed to establish clear criteria for robust and clinically relevant outcome measurement. Laryngoscope, 131:146-157, 2021.
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