Advanced Vocal Cord Microsurgery

Phonomicrosurgery and laser vocal cord resection

Written by: Saygı Hospital Health Guide Editorial Board

Published: February 1, 2026

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What is Advanced Vocal Cord Microsurgery?

Phonomicrosurgery removes benign and malignant lesions of the vocal fold mucosa using microinstruments and laser (CO2, KTP) under the operating microscope. The lamina propria layer is preserved as much as possible.

Indications include vocal fold nodules, polyps, cysts, Reinke edema, papilloma, early glottic carcinoma and sulcus vocalis. Pre- and postoperative voice therapy determines the final outcome.

Surgery of the anterior commissure and posterior vocal cord requires advanced expertise. Microflap techniques and injection laryngoplasty are also part of the armamentarium.

Symptoms

Chronic hoarseness

Vocal fold lesion (polyp, nodule, cyst)

Reinke edema and voice deepening

Early-stage vocal cord cancer

Recurrent papillomatosis

Vocal fatigue

Risk Factors

Professional voice users

Smoking and alcohol

Laryngopharyngeal reflux

HPV infection

Chronic vocal trauma

Poor vocal hygiene

When to See a Doctor?

If you experience any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention promptly:

Hoarseness lasting more than two weeks
Significant vocal fatigue
Voice change with swallowing
Impaired professional performance
Suspicion of malignancy

Treatment Methods

Videostroboscopy

Acoustic voice analysis

Suspension laryngoscopy

Microflap techniques

Laser resection

Postoperative voice therapy and hygiene

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