According to histopathologic results of this study (tissue compatibility of three materials), silicone is the most suited material among the study materials for medialization. Gore-Tex can also be used for this purpose. Irradiated cartilage, on the other hand, appears not to be a suitable material for medialization laryngoplasty.

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The described technique is very safe and minimizes donor-site morbidity. In addition, it allows the acquisition of nonepithelialized dermal graft and muscle fascia for soft tissue reconstruction.

The glove finger provides comfortable removal of nasal packing. The Merocel tampons might be safely removed just after 24 hours postoperatively without any complication.