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Preferred term

Larynx, Artificial  

Type

  • mesh:Descriptor

Definition

  • A device, activated electronically or by expired pulmonary air, which simulates laryngeal activity and enables a laryngectomized person to speak. Examples of the pneumatic mechanical device are the Tokyo and Van Hunen artificial larynges. Electronic devices include the Western Electric electrolarynx, Tait oral vibrator, Cooper-Rand electrolarynx and the Ticchioni pipe.

Entry terms

  • Artificial Larynges
  • Artificial Larynx
  • Laryngeal Prosthesis

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http://data.loterre.fr/ark:/67375/JVR-B0RG0FMW-Q

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