Laryngomalacia
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Laryngomalacia is a noun meaning A condition in which the soft, immature cartilage of the upper larynx collapses inward during inhalation, causing airway obstruction.
Meaning
A condition in which the soft, immature cartilage of the upper larynx collapses inward during inhalation, causing airway obstruction.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include laryngotracheomalacia, pharyngomalacia, tracheomalacia, laryngismus, bronchomalacia, laryngopathy.
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