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Semin Speech Lang 2023; 44(02): 076-089
DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1761948
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Gender-Affirming Voice Surgery: Considerations for Surgical Intervention

Christopher D. Dwyer
1   Division of Otolaryngology, Department of Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
,
Sarah L. Schneider
2   Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, UCSF Voice & Swallowing Center, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California
,
Desi Gutierrez
2   Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, UCSF Voice & Swallowing Center, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California
,
Clark A. Rosen
2   Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery, UCSF Voice & Swallowing Center, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, California
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Abstract

The purpose of this article is to provide an overview of the current state and available evidence surrounding surgical voice care for the transgender and/or gender expansive population. The term “gender expansive” has been proposed as an inclusive term to classify those who do not identify with traditional gender roles but are otherwise not confined to one gender narrative or experience. We aim to review indications and candidacy for surgery, surgical procedure options for altering vocal pitch, and typical postoperative expectations. The role of voice therapy and considerations for perioperative care will also be discussed.

Keywords

transgender - voice care - gender-affirming care - voice surgery - glottoplasty


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Article published online:
07 March 2023

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