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Any head and Neck Surgeons around?

I have cancer of the lyranx and my voice box as well as my food pipe is compteley blocked and has become a solid tissue. Can anyone who has done surgeries ( plastic ) please tell if an esophegus transplant is possible. We hear everyday of various parts of the body which we all though was impossible being now transplanted and hence my question. If any doctor out there has any comments or suggestions they would be more then welcome. Thanking you all well in advanvce.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    There is no such thing as an esophagus transplant. I know you posted this question for doctors but I used to work Head & Neck surgery so maybe I can be of help. Without more detailed information I'm shooting in the dark. First, let's use real words. Your larynx holds the vocal cords ("voice box") and your "food pipe" is the esophagus. If this type of transplant were possible, it wouldn't be classified as "plastic" (cosmetic). I don't know what type and stage cancer you have nor do I know what treatment you're undergoing or have already received nor the outcome. Are you on G-tube feedings at this time? Are you being followed by or have had consults with a Medical Oncologist, Radiation Oncologist, Head & Neck Oncology Surgeon, Head & Neck Reconstructive Surgeon? Unless I know more, I can't offer more than this.

    Source(s): I'm a nurse.
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    1 decade ago

    I have actually just been waiting for you to post a question. I hope that you are able to beat the cancer again. You have a lot going on. You had posted you have other children...you did not know about. I know your wife is mad.....but, I think you should meet them, just in case. Lots of luck.

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