Metallic aid and technique in fitting voice prosthesis

A metallic insert for use in radiographically fitting a voice prosthesis to a post-laryngectomy patient is described which comprises an elongate, generally cylindrically shaped cast metal member sized to fit snugly within the housing of a dummy prosthesis whereby the fit of the prosthesis can be acc...

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Zusammenfassung:A metallic insert for use in radiographically fitting a voice prosthesis to a post-laryngectomy patient is described which comprises an elongate, generally cylindrically shaped cast metal member sized to fit snugly within the housing of a dummy prosthesis whereby the fit of the prosthesis can be accurately assessed radiographically in minimum time and with optimal fit to the individual patient.