Larynx, Artificial
Synonyms
Artificial Larynges
Artificial Larynx
Laryngeal Prostheses
Laryngeal Prosthesis
Larynges, Artificial
Prostheses, Laryngeal
Prostheses, Voice
Prosthesis, Laryngeal
Prosthesis, Voice
Voice Prostheses
Voice Prosthesis
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.
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