Evaluation of Post Laryngectomy Pharyngocutaneous Fistula risk Factors

Evaluation of Post Laryngectomy Pharyngocutaneous Fistula risk Factors

Introduction: Pharyngocutaneous fistula (PCF) is the most common complication after total laryngectomy. Its incidence is extremely variable, with values ranging from 3% and 65%. The management of this problem considerably increases the length and the cost of hospitalization.  The aim of this study i...

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Main Authors: Sophia Nitassi, Jihane Belayachi, Mohammed Chihab, Ilham Rkain, Jalila Benayad, Mohammed Anas Benbouzid, Abdelillah Oujilal, Leila Essakalli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Mashhad University of Medical Sciences 2016-03-01
Series:Iranian Journal of Otorhinolaryngology
Subjects:
incidence
Pharyngeal
Fistula
Risk factor
Total laryngectomy
Online Access:http://ijorl.mums.ac.ir/article_6561_46e091832348845220210f421ac2538e.pdf

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