Direct Laryngoscopy with or without biopsy - Entegrity ENT



Direct Laryngoscopy with or without biopsy

Post Operative Information

1.) Please observe voice rest as directed by your doctor. This gives the raw tissue in the larynx a chance to begin to heal. Occasionally, if the surgery has been extensive, you might be requested to observe absolute voice rest.

2.) Hoarseness may last up to 2 to 3 weeks. During this time, tissue swelling will gradually decrease and the lining of the vocal cords will regenerate.

3.) If you must speak, please do so in a normal tone of voice. This creates less trauma to the vocal cords than whispering or shouting.

4.) Avoid excessive coughing, throat clearing or whispering. These are three of the most damaging things you can do to the vocal cords, especially during the healing process.

5.) You may experience some sore throat or a sore tongue from the operation.  This is due to the pressure that the metal scope exerts on the tissues.  Because some patients suffer from nausea or occasionally vomit after general anesthesia, it is always a good idea to eat a light meal or just liquids after the operation.  You may resume your normal diet the next day.  Please drink plenty of fluids. Dehydration is extremely harmful to the vocal cords.

6.) Usually, antibiotics and pain medications are not needed for this procedure.  If antibiotics or painkillers are prescribed, please take them as directed. Do not operate a motor vehicle if you are using pain medications.

7.) Call your doctor if you experience:

-uncontrolled pain, bleeding or vomiting

-fever greater than 101.5 degrees Fahrenheit

Jeffrey J. Dyer, M.D.

Christopher L. Lykins, M.D

Samuel S. Bailey, M.D.

Lindsay A. Osborne, PA-C

ENTEGRITY Ear, Nose & Throat Specialists

6950 E Chauncey Lane, Suite 100

Phoenix, AZ 85054

Ph: (480) 538-3200 Fax: (480) 538-3210



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