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Schematic representation showing the location of implanted voice prosthesis (VP). The tracheoesophageal fistula is typically located on the posterior wall of the trachea, about 5 mm under the upper edge of the tracheostoma. There is a tightly placed VP inside the fistula that acts as a one-way valve.
