Use of honey to treat a necrotic wound after laryngectomy and neck radiotherapy

<p>Treatment of laryngeal cancer by laryngectomy requires effective management to diminish wound infection and accelerate healing. This case report outlines the use of a honey-based ointment to manage the supratracheostomy necrosis that occurred post-laryngectomy. This resulted in successful healing; honey-based products may accelerate healing as a result of anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action and fibroblast stimulation.</p>