ObjectiveTo investigate surgical method for sash excision of thyroid cartilage in vertical partial laryngectomy and function reconstruction in laryngeal carcinoma.MethodsClinical data of 19 patients suffering from laryngeal carcinoma and receiving vertical partial laryngectomy combined with sash excision of thyroid cartilage in our department from 2002 to 2009 was analyzed retrospectively. Postoperative functions of swallowing, deglutition and phonation were evaluated. And extubation rate, survival rate and recurrence rate were analyzed.ResultsIn all 19 cases, the aspiration and extubation rates were 31.6% (6/19) and 68.4% (13/19) respectively. All the patients could make dialogue and communication effectively although with hoarseness of different degrees. Their 3 and 5years survival rates were 78.9% and 63.2%.ConclusionsVertical partial laryngectomy combined with sash excision of thyroid cartilage can effectively preserve structure and function of larynx, and can therefore improve the survival rate of the patients and reduce recurrence of laryngeal carcinoma.