- At least 1, but preferably both functioning arytenoid complexes must be preserved for swallowing and to minimize aspiration
- This applies especially to supracricoid laryngectomy
Index: Clinical Practice Guidelines for Supraglottic Cancer
Resource Appropriate Supraglottic Cancer Guideline Scenarios
African Head & Neck Society (AfHNS) Clinical Practice Guidelines for Head & Neck Cancers in Developing Countries and Limited Resource Settings 