Abstract
Objective: To compare the dynamic viscosity (DV) of superficial layer of temporalis fascia (SLTF) with that of other biological tissues traditionally used for vocal fold implants to treat vocal fold rigidity. Study Design: Experimental. Method: Measurement of DV of samples of SLTF, deep layer of temporalis fascia (DLTF), and abdominal fat of 12 cadavers. Results: DV values of the different samples were presented in the following increasing order: SLTF, DLTF, and abdominal fat. There was statistical difference between the samples. Conclusion: DV of SLTF is lower than of other tissues tested.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 502-505 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Voice |
Volume | 26 |
Issue number | 4 |
Early online date | 25 Jun 2011 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jul 2012 |
Keywords
- Abdominal fat
- Larynx
- Rheology
- Rheometer
- Temporalis fascia
- Viscosity
- Vocal fold
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Speech and Hearing
- LPN and LVN