¸ñÀû: Advancements in surgical techniques and instruments, including lasers,
endoscopes, ultrasonic devices, and robotics, have transformed the
landscape of supraglottic laryngectomy from open to transoral
endoscopic approaches. Transoral laser-assisted microsurgery (TLM) has
emerged as an efficient treatment modality, providing rapid functional
recovery and serving as a viable alternative to partial laryngectomy
or non-surgical therapies. Traditional endoscopic supraglottic
laryngectomy typically involves resection of both suprahyoid and
infrahyoid supraglottic structures. However, in cases where the tumor
is confined to the infrahyoid epiglottis, a pioneering technique
referred to as transoral laser-assisted infrahyoid supraglottic
laryngectomy allows for tumor removal while preserving critical
structures such as the suprahyoid epiglottis, aryepiglottic folds, and
vallecula. ¹æ¹ý:Transoral laser-assisted infrahyoid supraglottic laryngectomy follows a
similar procedure to transoral laser microsurgery for supraglottic
cancer, with specific modifications to preserve certain structures.
Subsequent clinic visits are scheduled to monitor laryngopharyngeal
function, quality of life, and tumor recurrence. °á°ú:Transoral laser-assisted infrahyoid supraglottic laryngectomy was
successfully performed on 8 patients, achieving R0 resection without
microscopic residual tumors. Three patients with multiple lymph node
metastases received postoperative chemoradiotherapy. This approach
optimally maintains laryngopharyngeal function, enabling a swift return
to daily activities with minimal complications and no recurrence. °á·Ð:This presentation delves into the surgical technique, potential
indications, and the advantages and disadvantages of this innovative
approach for infrahyoid epiglottic cancer. |