Dr Chaitanya C Bharadwaj

Voice surgery is a specialized field of otolaryngology (ENT) that focuses on treating vocal cord disorders that affect speech, breathing, and swallowing. It is performed for various conditions, including vocal cord paralysis, benign or malignant tumors, polyps, nodules, cysts, scarring, and voice changes due to aging or gender transition.Depending on the condition, voice surgery aims to restore, enhance, or modify voice function while preserving the delicate structures of the vocal cords. Below are different types of voice surgeries performed by expert voice surgeons:

Swallowing difficulties, medically known as dysphagia, can result from various conditions such as neurological disorders (stroke, Parkinson’s disease), head and neck cancers, structural abnormalities, or aging-related changes. Our swallowing treatment involves a comprehensive evaluation, including a clinical swallow assessment, video fluoroscopic swallow study (VFSS), and fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) to determine the exact cause of the problem.Treatment approaches include:Dietary modifications (adjusting food textures and liquid consistency to make swallowing safer).Swallowing therapy exercises to strengthen the muscles involved in swallowing.Neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to enhance muscle function in patients with severe swallowing difficulties.Postural adjustments and swallowing techniques that help patients swallow safely without aspiration (food or liquid entering the airway).Surgical interventions such as cricopharyngeal myotomy, esophageal dilation, or laryngeal suspension procedures for severe cases where mechanical obstruction or dysfunction is the cause.Our goal is to help patients regain safe and effective swallowing, improving their quality of life and preventing complications like aspiration pneumonia.

Microlaryngeal surgery is a minimally invasive procedure used to treat swelling, nodules, cysts, or polyps on the vocal cords that cause hoarseness, voice strain, and discomfort. This condition is common in professional voice users like singers, teachers, and public speakers.The procedure is performed under general anesthesia using a laryngoscope and microsurgical instruments to remove abnormal growths while preserving the delicate structure of the vocal cords. Techniques used include:Cold steel dissection (using microinstruments for precise removal).Laser surgery (for precise cutting and minimal tissue damage).Phonomicrosurgery (to preserve the natural vibration of the vocal cords).Post-surgery, patients undergo voice therapy to restore normal function and prevent recurrence. The recovery period involves voice rest, hydration, and gradual reintroduction to vocal activities to ensure optimal healing.