glossoptosis
/ˌɡlɑsɑpˈtoʊsɪs/
noun
- A medical condition where the tongue falls backward, often blocking the airway.
- The surgeon corrected the glossoptosis to help the baby breathe more easily.
- Untreated glossoptosis can lead to serious breathing problems during sleep.
- Glossoptosis is common in infants with certain craniofacial conditions.