A Novel Approach to Vocal Fold Mucous Retention Cysts: Awake KTP Laser-Assisted Marsupialization.
J Voice
; 36(4): 570-573, 2022 Jul.
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ABSTRACT
Vocal fold mucous retention cysts are an important etiology of dysphonia and have classically been treated via microsurgical excision under general anesthesia. We present four cases that were treated with a novel technique of awake potassium-titanyl-phosphate laser-assisted marsupialization under local anesthesia. Reasons for in-office treatment included older age, medical comorbidities, and desire to avoid surgery/general anesthesia. No recurrences were observed and all patients had improved vocal quality, with a mean reduction in Voice Handicap Index-10 of 12.5. Hence, awake potassium-titanyl-phosphate laser treatment exhibits potential as a modality for addressing vocal fold mucous retention cysts in select patients with favorable outcomes.
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