Meaning of the word laryngoscopy in English
What does laryngoscopy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
laryngoscopy
US /ˌler.ɪŋˈɡɒs.kə.pi/
UK /ˌlær.ɪŋˈɡɒs.kə.pi/
Noun
medical examination of the larynx (voice box) using a laryngoscope, a thin, tube-like instrument with a light and a lens or camera
Example:
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The doctor performed a laryngoscopy to check for vocal cord polyps.
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Direct laryngoscopy is often used for intubation.