laryngotracheal

[ luh-ring-goh-trey-kee-uhl ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or involving the larynx and trachea.

Word History and Origins

Origin of laryngotracheal¹

First recorded in 1875–80; laryngo- + tracheal

Example Sentences

"This transplant provides us with a much greater understanding about the viability of laryngotracheal transplantation and patient response, and it may prove to be a good option to help other people."

From US News

Indications.—Tracheotomy is indicated in dyspnea of laryngotracheal origin.

From Project Gutenberg

A marked therapeutic effect on multiple laryngotracheal papillomata in children has been noted by the author in hundreds of cases.

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