SURGICAL VOICE REHABILITATION AFTER LARYNGECTOMY - SŁAWOMIR OKŁA

The book "Surgical Voice Rehabilitation After Laryngectomy" by Sławomir Okła is a comprehensive study dedicated to the issue of restoring voice to patients after larynx removal. This publication is a valuable source of knowledge for specialists in the fields of surgery, phoniatrics, and speech therapy, as well as for the patients themselves and their families. The author, drawing on his extensive clinical experience, presents the latest methods and techniques of voice rehabilitation, taking into account surgical, medical, and therapeutic aspects.

• Comprehensive approach to voice rehabilitation after laryngectomy.
• Detailed discussion of surgical and phoniatric techniques.
• Practical tips for patients and therapists.
• Analysis of the impact of rehabilitation on the quality of life of patients.
• History of voice and speech rehabilitation.
• Surgical and phoniatric assessment.
• Voice prosthesis Provox 2.

The book discusses the disability associated with larynx removal, presenting the history of voice and speech rehabilitation. It describes in detail the Provox 2 voice prosthesis, which is one of the key elements in the process of restoring voice. The author also analyzes the surgical and phoniatric assessment, which is essential for planning effective rehabilitation. In addition, the publication includes an assessment of the quality of life of patients after laryngectomy, which allows for understanding the full impact of the disease and rehabilitation on their functioning.

This publication is an invaluable source of knowledge for doctors, speech therapists, and patients who have undergone laryngectomy. Thanks to it, it is possible to understand the rehabilitation process, learn about available methods and techniques, and understand the impact of the disease on the quality of life. The author, Sławomir Okła, is a recognized specialist in the field of surgery and phoniatrics, which guarantees a high substantive level of the publication. This book is a must-read for all those involved in voice rehabilitation after laryngectomy.

PZWL Publishing House, which published this book, is known for publishing high-quality medical textbooks and monographs. Thanks to this, the reader can be sure that they are receiving reliable and verified information. The book has 116 pages and a format of 206x145 mm, which makes it handy and easy to read. The paperback binding ensures durability and an aesthetic appearance. The year of publication 2020 proves the timeliness of the information contained in it.