Arytenoid adduction technique for correction of Paralytic Dysphonia.

Development of phonosurgical techniquec like Medialization Laryngoplasty (M. L.) or Thyroplasty has opened new horizon in the management of paralytic dysphonia. The Arytenoid Adduction (A. A.) technique as originally described by professor Isshiki of Japan added a new dimension for improvement of voice in cases of paralytic dysphonia particularly in large posterior commissure defects. 9 cases of primary and secondary arytenoid adduction technique done as complementary to medialization laryngoplasty over a period of 2 years are described.