laryngopharyngeal (Meaning)
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laryngopharyngeal (a)
of or relating to the larynx and pharynx
Synonyms & Antonyms of laryngopharyngeal
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laryngopharyngeal Sentence Examples
- The laryngopharyngeal sphincter controls the passage of food and drink from the pharynx to the esophagus.
- Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease (LPR) is a condition in which acidic stomach contents flow back into the pharynx and larynx.
- Symptoms of LPR include a sore throat, hoarseness, and a chronic cough.
- Treatment for LPR typically involves lifestyle changes, such as eating smaller meals and avoiding certain foods and drinks.
- In some cases, medication may be necessary to treat LPR.
- The laryngopharyngeal airway is the passageway that connects the larynx (voice box) to the pharynx (throat).
- The laryngopharyngeal airway is lined with mucous membranes that help to protect the airway from infection.
- Narrowing of the laryngopharyngeal airway can cause difficulty breathing and hoarseness.
- Laryngopharyngeal cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the larynx or pharynx.
- Treatment for laryngopharyngeal cancer may involve surgery, radiation therapy, or chemotherapy.
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of or relating to the larynx and pharynx
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The laryngopharyngeal sphincter controls the passage of food and drink from the pharynx to the esophagus.
Laryngopharyngeal reflux disease (LPR) is a condition in which acidic stomach contents flow back into the pharynx and larynx.
Symptoms of LPR include a sore throat, hoarseness, and a chronic cough.
Treatment for LPR typically involves lifestyle changes, such as eating smaller meals and avoiding certain foods and drinks.
