Dr. Priyanka J. Hardikar

Micro laryngeal surgery, also known as micro laryngoscopy and vocal cord surgery, is a specialized surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat various conditions affecting the larynx (voice box), particularly those involving the vocal cords. It involves the use of a microscope and specialized instruments to perform precise surgical interventions with minimal disruption to surrounding tissues.

Indications for Micro Laryngeal Surgery

• Benign Vocal Cord Lesions:
  
• Polyps: Non-cancerous growths on the vocal cords.
• Nodules: Callous-like growths resulting from vocal cord overuse (singers' or teachers' nodules).
• Cysts: Fluid-filled sacs that can develop on or around the vocal cords.
• Malignant Lesions:
  
• Cancer: Surgical removal or biopsy of cancerous growths on the vocal cords.
• Recurrent Respiratory Papillomatosis (RRP): A condition where benign tumors (papillomas) grow in the respiratory tract, including the larynx.
• Vocal Cord Paralysis or Paresis: Surgical procedures such as vocal cord injection or medialization to improve vocal cord function.
• Laryngeal Stricture: Narrowing of the airway in the larynx due to scar tissue or other causes, requiring surgical intervention.

Benefits of Micro Laryngeal Surgery

• Preservation of Voice Quality: Addresses vocal cord disorders to restore or improve voice function.
• Minimally Invasive: Uses advanced techniques and instruments to minimize trauma and promote faster recovery.
• High Success Rates: Effective in treating benign lesions, improving voice quality, and diagnosing or treating malignant conditions.