Abstract
CO2 laser arytenoidectomy was performed for bilateral median vocal fold fixation caused by cricoarytenoid joint ankylosis. Submucosal laser arytenoidectomy was performed, and the wound was covered by the mucosa with fibrin glue. The patient did not complain of dyspnea and could eat normal food without aspiration two days after surgery. Voice quality after surgery was as good as before surgery.
CO2 laser arytenoidectomy is a useful surgical procedure not only for bilateral vocal fold paralysis but also for bilateral cricoarytenoid joint ankylosis.
