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6th Edition of Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia

September 15-17, 2025 | Hybrid Event

September 15 -17, 2025 | London, UK

Laryngectomy

Laryngectomy

Laryngectomy is a surgical procedure involving the removal of the larynx, commonly known as the voice box, due to various medical conditions such as cancer or severe trauma. This intricate operation results in a permanent alteration of the patient's airway, necessitating a new way to breathe, speak, and swallow. The procedure involves the creation of a stoma, a surgically made hole in the neck, which serves as an alternate pathway for breathing. Consequently, individuals who undergo a laryngectomy lose their natural voice production capabilities as the vocal cords are removed, leading to a change in their ability to communicate verbally. Adapting to life post-laryngectomy requires learning alternative methods of communication. Patients may opt for various methods such as esophageal speech, where air is redirected to create sound in the esophagus, or electrolarynx, which uses a handheld device to produce speech by vibrating against the neck. Additionally, some individuals may opt for voice prosthesis, an artificial device inserted in the stoma to enable speech. Beyond speech alterations, laryngectomy can impact swallowing, necessitating adjustments in diet and eating habits. Speech therapy and rehabilitation play pivotal roles in helping patients regain confidence and learn new communication techniques, aiding in their reintegration into daily life after this life-altering surgery. Emotional support and counseling also play a crucial role in assisting individuals in coping with the significant changes brought about by laryngectomy.

Committee Members
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Darwin Eton

Darwin Eton

Vasogenesis Inc, United States
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Nagy Habib

Nagy Habib

Imperial College London, United Kingdom
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Ricky Rasschaert

Ricky Rasschaert

AZ Rivierenland, Belgium
GCSA 2025 Speakers
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Shohreh Ghasemi

Shohreh Ghasemi

Advisory board of Oklahoma University, United States
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - John R Bach

John R Bach

Rutgers University, United States
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Amy Meyers Wickman

Amy Meyers Wickman

Alta Orthopaedics, United States
Speaker at Global Conference on Surgery and Anaesthesia 2025 - Dandan Li

Dandan Li

University of Cincinnati, United States

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