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Record 1 2017-12-14

English

Subject field(s)
  • The Larynx
  • Prostheses
DEF

A modification of the Blom-Singer voice prosthesis. It consists of a short, biflanged silicone tube with a one-way flutter flap valve which is inserted through a previously formed tracheoesophageal fistula.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Larynx
  • Prothèses
CONT

Ce bouton vocal a, schématiquement, la forme d'un diabolo en silicone avec deux collerettes aux extrémités; une valve anti-retour se situe à l'extrémité située dans l'œsophage, et évitera donc l'inondation trachéale lors de la déglutition.

Spanish

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