pneumatic larynx

Definition / meaning of pneumatic larynx

A device that is used to help a person talk after a laryngectomy. It uses air to produce a humming sound, which is converted to speech by movement of the lips, tongue, or glottis.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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