What Does Medialized Mean?

med·i·al·i·za·tion. (mē'dē-ăl-i-zā'shŭn), An operation to move a part toward the midline, such as the arytenoid cartilage or vocal fold in vocal foldd paralysis.

What is the medical definition of Medialization?

Definition. Medialization laryngoplasty is a procedure that provides support to a vocal fold that lacks either the bulk, the mobility or both, that it once had. Most commonly it is used to try and correct a neurologic injury or problem that prevents full closure of the vocal fold or folds.

How long does a vocal cord implant last?

Temporary injections: A filler is injected into the vocal cord to make it thicker and move its inner edge closer to the middle. Temporary fillers often last one to three months.

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