This study aimed to compare the outcome of the standard trans-cervical approach and modified trans-cervical approach regarding cosmesis and complications outcomes in a tertiary hospital in Nigeria.

In this study, 25 patients with submandibular salivary gland lesions adjudged not to be malignant neoplasia were included. They were randomised into the two groups by balloting method.

Twelve (48 per cent) patients had the traditional transcervical approach while 13 (52per cent) had the modified approach. There was no statistically significant difference between the groups in terms of general complication, transient paresthesia and wound infection (p > 0.05). The presence of a non-visible scar was reported in almost 85 per cent of patients in the modified trans-cervical approach group compared to 50 per cent in the standard trans-cervical approach group.

Though by observation the modified trans-cervical approach was superior to the standard trans-cervical approach, the differences were statistically insignificant.

This article aimed to summarize the clinical characteristics and our experience with the diagnosis and management of laryngocele. We offer our perspectives for cases associated with laryngeal cancer.

A retrospective study of 14 patients with laryngocele was accomplished from June 2014 to June 2024. Clinical data were analyzed through descriptive statistical methods.

A total of 14 laryngocele patients were divided into internal type (n = 11; 78.6 per cent) and combined type (n = 3; 21.4 per cent). Nine laryngocele patients (n = 9; 64.3 per cent) were accompanied by laryngeal cancer. The transoral approach was applied in 11 internal laryngocele patients with no post-operative complications or recurrences.

Laryngoscopy and imaging examination are helpful for diagnosis especially to exclude laryngeal cancer. The transoral approach is effective for the internal type, and the key is to resect the anterior part of the false vocal fold. For patients with concomitant laryngeal cancer, the laryngocele should be promptly managed.