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How involved or difficult is it for a surgeon to perform a laryngectomy?
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Total laryngectomy: In general is an extensive operation for both surgeon and patient.
Answered 2/18/2014
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Can be involved : For a trained head and neck cancer surgeon, a laryngectomy is not technically difficult. It is usually done in conjunction with other procedures, so it can be a lengthy operation. The patient may be in the hospital for 1-2 weeks after the surgery, depending on various factors.
Answered 2/19/2014
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