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Results 1 - 10 of 12 for larynx
  1. Nerves of the larynx (image) 
    ... or infection. Damage to the nerves of the larynx can cause hoarseness, difficulty in swallowing or breathing, ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19721.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Laryngoscopy - series (image) 
    The larynx starts in the oropharynx, or back of the throat, and extends down to the trachea. It carries ... scar tissue, and lesions, can occur in the larynx. These growths often occur near the area of ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/presentations/100167_1.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  3. Epiglottis (image) 
    ... behind the tongue and in front of the larynx. The epiglottis is usually upright at rest allowing air to pass into the larynx and lungs. When a person swallows the epiglottis ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19595.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  4. Tracheostomy - series (image) 
    The trachea, or windpipe, carries air from the larynx to the bronchi and lungs. ... for sleep apnea Congenital (inherited) abnormality of the larynx or trachea Severe neck or mouth injuries Inhalation ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/presentations/100043_1.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  5. Emergency airway puncture - series (image) 
    The larynx is a tubular structure in the neck, through which air passes to the lungs. The thyroid and ... The area of the larynx bounded by the thyroid and cricoid cartilage is a frequent site for obstruction, either by swallowed foreign bodies or abnormal ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/presentations/100113_1.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  6. Voice box (image) 
    The larynx, or voice box, is located in the neck and performs several important functions in the body. The larynx is involved in swallowing, breathing, and voice production. ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19708.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  7. Tobacco and cancer (image) 
    ... of cancer especially cancer of the lung, mouth, larynx, esophagus, bladder, kidney, pancreas, and cervix. Smoking also ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/17195.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  8. Normal lung anatomy (image) 
    ... From the pharynx, air is drawn through the larynx and trachea to make its way to the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/17235.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  9. Upper respiratory tract (image) 
    ... nasal cavity, mouth, throat (pharynx), and voice box (larynx). The respiratory system is lined with a mucous ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/19378.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  10. Immunizations (image) 
    ... It usually affects the respiratory tract (primarily the larynx, tonsils and throat). It may also affect the ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/imagepages/9277.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
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