A Blom-Singer prosthesis is used:
Blom-Singer prosthesis is used in laryngectomised patients to divert tracheal air to oesophagus for production of voice.Prosthesis used to ventilate middle ear in otitis media with effusion is called a ''grommet" or ventilation tube.Septal button made of silicon or Teflon is used to close septal perforation.Stapes replacement prosthesis made of Teflon, tefwire, platinum or stainless steel is used in stapedectomy.
Larynx
As a ventilation tube in otitis media with effusion
To close a perforation in nasal septum
To divert tracheal air into oesophagus for voice production in laryngeal patients
In stapedectomy to conduct sound from incus to oval window
To divert tracheal air into oesophagus for voice production in laryngeal patients