Description

Designed for individuals who have undergone a total laryngectomy, this voice prosthesis features a large esophageal flange to enhance speech restoration. The device is inserted into a tracheoesophageal puncture (TEP) and serves as a crucial tool in enabling vocal communication by directing pulmonary air from the trachea into the esophagus.

Key Features

• Enhanced Seal: The enlarged esophageal flange provides a better seal, significantly reducing periprosthetic leakage, particularly beneficial for patients with enlarged or irregular puncture tracts.
• Double Flange Design: Equipped with both tracheal and esophageal flanges, it offers a "double seal" to manage leakage effectively.
• One-Way Valve: Facilitates speech production by allowing air passage while preventing food and liquids from entering the airway.

Material and Options

• Construction: Made from biocompatible, medical-grade silicone, ensuring durability and safety.
• Indwelling and Non-Indwelling Types: Available in both types, catering to different patient needs and allowing for professional or personal management.
• Variety in Sizes: Comes in multiple diameters and lengths to accommodate diverse anatomical requirements.

Packaging and Compatibility

• Single-Use, Sterile Packaging: Each unit is sterile and intended for single use, promoting hygiene and safety.
• Insertion System Compatibility: Compatible with various insertion systems to align with clinical preferences and anatomical variations.

Maintenance and Suitability

Regular maintenance is essential to ensure valve function and prevent complications. Indwelling types are typically managed by healthcare professionals, while non-indwelling types require patient involvement, necessitating adequate dexterity and training.

Contraindications and Considerations

This device may not be suitable for individuals with impaired pulmonary function, poor manual dexterity, or those unable to maintain the device properly. Potential complications include local infection, leakage, stomal stenosis, aspiration, valve dysfunction, and swallowing difficulties.

By addressing specific clinical needs, this voice prosthesis plays a vital role in improving the quality of life for laryngectomy patients, offering a tailored solution to restore vocal communication effectively.