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Laryngectomy

Laryngectomy

Surgical removal of the larynx, which includes the VOCAL CORDS and other structures that produce sound for the function of speech. Surgeons perform the majority of laryngectomies to treat CANCER due to cigarette smoking. Laryngectomy result.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 02.28.10 | No Comments

Electrolarynx

Electrolarynx

A handheld device that makes speech possible for people who have undergone LARYNGECTOMY (surgical removal of the larynx) or whose larynx is otherwise nonfunctional. The normal larynx consists of the VOCAL CORDS, CARTILAGE, MUSCLE, and ligam.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 02.1.10 | No Comments