Laryngectomee

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Laryngectomee

Laryngectomee (pronunciation: luh-rin-jek-tuh-mee) is a term used to refer to an individual who has undergone a laryngectomy, a surgical procedure that involves the removal of the larynx and separation of the airway from the mouth, nose and esophagus. The larynx is commonly known as the voice box.

Etymology

The term "Laryngectomee" is derived from the word "laryngectomy", which itself comes from the Greek words "larynx" meaning "throat", and "ectomy" meaning "excision" or "removal".

Related Terms

  • Laryngectomy: A surgical procedure to remove all or part of the larynx.
  • Larynx: An organ in the top of the neck involved in breathing, producing sound, and protecting the trachea against food aspiration.
  • Tracheostomy: A surgical procedure which consists of making an incision on the anterior aspect of the neck and opening a direct airway through an incision in the trachea.
  • Stoma: An opening, either natural or surgically created, which connects a portion of the body cavity to the outside environment.
  • Speech-language pathology: A field of expertise practiced by a clinician known as a speech-language pathologist, who specializes in the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders and swallowing disorders.

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