Background: Tracheoesophageal puncture is an effective and reliable method for voice restoration after total laryngectomy that may be performed as a primary or secondary procedure.
Methods: We describe our technique for secondary tracheoesophageal puncture using a wire-guided balloon catheter in an office setting. A 72-year-old patient with a total laryngectomy performed 2 years ago was selected for wire-guided balloon catheter puncture and voice prosthesis insertion.
Results: Successful tracheoesophageal puncture placement was achieved without complications and the patient tolerated the procedure well. The voice result was satisfactory and immediate.
Conclusion: We conclude that balloon catheter tracheoesophageal puncture can be a simple and safe option for secondary voice prosthesis insertion in total laryngectomy for selected patients. It can be performed in an office setting using only local anesthetic for secondary puncture.
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