Laryngeal elevation

What does "Laryngeal elevation" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Laryngeal elevation is a term used in medicine to describe the movement of the voice box, or larynx, upwards. This usually happens when a person swallows or speaks. The larynx moves up to help close off the windpipe, preventing food or liquid from entering the lungs during swallowing. It's a normal and necessary part of the swallowing process.

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