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LaryVoice

LaryVoice. Katherine Conroy CT2 ENT UHSM. Why do we need LaryVoice?. “There is consistent evidence that, at present, the needs of patients who have been treated for head and neck cancer are often not adequately met” “Problems with communication… can lead to psychosocial difficulties”.

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LaryVoice

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  1. LaryVoice Katherine Conroy CT2 ENT UHSM

  2. Why do we need LaryVoice? “There is consistent evidence that, at present, the needs of patients who have been treated for head and neck cancer are often not adequately met” “Problems with communication… can lead to psychosocial difficulties”

  3. Computer Tablets • Facilitating verbal communication • Access to internet

  4. Website • Patients can access via tablet • Families can access at home Complementing the MDT for rehabillitation, education and support

  5. Rehabillitation Tutorials “Patients and their carers should be taught about wound, mouth and dental care, and management of valves and stomas”

  6. FAQs and Information Sheets “[Patients should be given] accessible written information about their treatment” Education groups report positive outcomes

  7. Support from other patients “Patients derive a variety of benefits from support groups… they described the relief of meeting someone who understood” Norwegian study – improved independence and self-care

  8. Expansion • Other inpatient groups • Other head and neck units

  9. Conclusion • Empower and educate patients and families • Enhance patient experience • Improve mental well-being • Earlier discharges

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