Feminization laryngoplasty

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Feminization laryngoplasty (also known as FL or FemLar/Femlar) is a reconstructive surgery surgical procedure that attempts to increase the baseline pitch of a patient, making the voice sound higher and more feminine. It is a heavily modified Type 4 thyroplasty that is distinct in critically avoiding a cricothyroid approximation. Instead, as a form of open laryngoplasty a partial laryngectomy of the anterior portion of the larynx is removed, diminishing the diameter of the larynx to cisgender female proportions. The surgery can be categorized into two main steps: Incision and vocal fold modification followed by thyrohyoid elevation. A reduction in larynx diameter modifies vocal weight or resonance quality of the voice while allowing more vocal range access than a type 4 thyroplasty usually allows, as the function of cricothyroid muscle is preserved. Risks and complications include granuloma, dysphonia and tracheostomy. Patients are recommended to follow perioperative management such as...

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