| Reasons for Procedure | Possible Complications | What to
Expect | Call Your Doctor This is surgery to remove the larynx
(voice box). This is usually done to treat cancer. Depending on
the extent of the cancer, a partial laryngectomy may be
possible. Copyright © Nucleus Medical Media, Inc. Reasons for
Procedure Laryngectomy is done to treat cancer of the larynx.
This surgery may also be done to treat damage of the larynx due
to If you are planning to have laryngectomy, your doctor will
review a list of possible complications, which may include: -
Breathing difficulties - Excessive swelling or bleeding - Injury
to the trachea (windpipe) or esophagus - Blood clots -
Anesthesia-related problems - Saliva leaking out to the skin
(saliva fistula) - Inability to speak or aphonia - Cancer occurs
again Some factors that may increase the risk of complications
include: Be sure to discuss these risks with your doctor before
the surgery. What to Expect Your doctor may do the following: -
Physical exam —the use of a long,