SilkVoice

Device typeInjectable vocal cord medialization implant, synthetic: An implantable synthetic material [e.g., calcium hydroxyapatite, polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) -- commonly known as Teflon] designed as a space-occupying bulking agent to treat patients with unilateral vocal cord paralysis to improve voice quality. The device is typically available in a sterile syringe with needle, and is injected into the paralyzed vocal cord tissue, filling it and shifting it midline (vocal cord medialization). The properties of the device may facilitate ingrowth of the surrounding tissue over time. This is a single-use device.

FDA categorySystem, Vocal Cord Medialization

Device IDB611SV10021

Catalog numberSV1002

AvailabilityPrescription

Single useYes

SterileYes

MRI safetyMR Safe