Laryngismus
Synonyms
Laryngeal Spasm
Laryngeal Spasms
Laryngospasm
Laryngospasms
Spasm, Laryngeal
Spasms, Laryngeal
A disorder in which the adductor muscles of the VOCAL CORDS exhibit increased activity leading to laryngeal spasm. Laryngismus causes closure of the VOCAL FOLDS and airflow obstruction during inspiration.