Head & neck
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Tracheoesophageal voice prosthesis is highly effective in providing speech after total laryngectomy. Although it is a safe method, tracheoesophageal fistulas occasionally need to be closed, usually at the request of the patient, because of leakage through an enlarging fistula. We present our technique for closure of tracheoesophageal fistula. ⋯ This method of closure is simple and effective for those patients who require permanent closure of the tracheoesophageal fistula.