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- - A study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of modified Wendler glottoplasty (WG) combined with voice therapy (VT) in achieving sustained pitch elevation for voice feminization over one year.
- - Results showed significant increases in average vocal pitch and improvements in voice-related quality of life, as patients maintained higher pitch levels 12 months post-surgery compared to their preoperative status.
- - The findings suggest that this combination treatment offers long-term benefits for individuals seeking voice feminization, highlighting its potential as a valuable option in their ongoing care.
Article Abstract
Background: To date, 1-year evaluation of pitch elevation in patients undergoing modified Wendler glottoplasty (WG) in combination with VT has not been assessed.
Objectives: To determine whether 1-year pitch elevation is sustained in patients who undergo modified WG in combination with VT for voice feminization.
Methods: A retrospective review of patients who underwent WG in combination with voice therapy (VT) was performed from 2016 to 2020. Charts were reviewed for sustained vowel fundamental frequency (F0/a/), speaking fundamental frequency (SF0), and Trans Woman Voice Questionnaire (TWVQ) at preoperative, initial postoperative (3-6 months after surgery), and 12-month postoperative visits.
Results: Change in average F0/a/, SF0 and TWVQ was 50.25 Hz, 32.96 Hz, and 32.6 at 12-months postoperatively compared to preoperative values. Initial and 12-month postoperative SF0 were significantly higher than preoperative SF0 (Mann-Whitney U test p = 0.0042, p = 0.0010). There was no difference in initial postoperative and 12-month postoperative SF0 (p = 0.50). TWVQ at 12 months was significantly lower than preoperative TWVQ (ANOVA p < 0.001, Tukey honestly significant difference HSD p < 0.05).
Conclusions: Pitch elevation remains sustained at one year in patients undergoing modified WG in combination with VT. Modified Wendler glottoplasty combined with VT results in relatively long-term improvements in voice-related quality of life and is possibly a beneficial addition in the long-term management of patients who desire voice feminization.
Level Of Evidence: 4 Laryngoscope, 133:615-620, 2023.
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