Complications of Medialization Laryngoplasty (Thyroplasty Type-I)

Abstract

ABSTRACT Objective Medialization laryngoplasty (formally type 1 thyroplasty) is an accepted treatment for unilateral vocal fold paralysis or paresis. The objective of this paper is to ascertain the complications following medialization laryngoplasty in patients with particular reference to implant extrusion. Study design The records of 85 patients who underwent medialization laryngoplasty were retrospectively reviewed from January 2001 to July 2009. Results There were 3 implant extrusions noted only in female patients with cartilage removal technique. Conclusions Implant extrusion rate following medialization laryngoplasty in our institution is comparable to published literature.