Laryngectomy: the patient's view

S, Jay; Ruddy, Jean Marie; Cullen, Roberto

doi:10.1017/s0022215100117852

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“…However, these findings differ from other previous findings that report high satisfaction ratings in between 70% and 80% of laryngectomees, 2 less dependence on writing as a primary means of communication, 18 and a higher success rate on average among prosthesis users. [19][20][21][22][23] As discussed earlier, however, success rates are often difficult to compare across studies because of different and sometimes unclear definitions of "success."…”

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An investigation into the quality of life of individuals after laryngectomy

et al. 2000

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An investigation into the quality of life of individuals after laryngectomy

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“…Following the recovery from surgery, the patient's desire to return to their meaningful leisure activities becomes fundamental for their QOL [ 14 , 19 ] . Being limited or unable to pursue one's hobbies due to breathing through an opening in the neck, the stoma, may have a signifi cant negative impact on the patient's QOL [ 26 ] .…”

Section: Laryngectomy Patientsmentioning

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Physical Activity and Quality of Life in Head and Neck Cancer Survivors: A Literature Review

Sammut¹,

Ward

Patel

2014

Int J Sports Med

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The head and neck region is highly complex in terms of its anatomy and physiology. Head and neck cancer (HNC) and the treatment thereof can significantly affect both the structure and function of this area, especially in terms of swallowing, breathing and speaking. This may lead to a significant reduction in quality of life (QOL), and present challenges to both patients and their caregivers. There is increasing evidence that physical activity (PA) after a diagnosis of cancer is associated with improved overall mortality. This is well established in colon, prostate, ovarian and breast cancer. 2 recent metanalyses have determined that exercise interventions following cancer diagnosis are associated with a 41% reduction in risk of all-cause mortality, and an improvement in QOL. PA has also been found to be valuable in counteracting symptoms that reduce QOL, including depression, fatigue, worry and anxiety. Given that HNC patients face their own unique set of challenges, and may have different needs than other cancer patients, we have reviewed the available literature on the interactions between exercise and QOL in HNC patients.

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“…Being restricted in one's activities due to laryngectomy may have a negative impact on the patient's quality of life [14,3]. For laryngectomized patients, contact with water in the absence of suitable aids can be fatal on account of the risk of aspiration.…”

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