laryngostenosis
/ləˌrɪŋɡoʊstəˈnoʊsɪs/
noun
- A narrowing or stricture of the larynx (voice box) that can cause difficulty breathing, hoarseness, or a change in voice.
- Surgery may be needed to correct laryngostenosis and open the airway.
- Laryngostenosis can be caused by injury, infection, or long-term use of a breathing tube.
- The patient was diagnosed with laryngostenosis after complaining of chronic shortness of breath.