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Definition of 'laryngismus'

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1. (noun) laryngismus
laryngeal spasm caused by the sudden contraction of laryngeal muscles

Definition of 'laryngismus'

U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. laryngismus
A disorder in which the adductor muscles of the VOCAL CORDS exhibit increased activity leading to laryngeal spasm. Laryngismus causes closure of the VOCAL FOLDS and airflow obstruction during inspiration.

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