Laryngology (from Greek λαρυγγ-, laryng- (root of λάρυγξ) "larynx/throat") is that branch of medicine which deals with voice disorders and with illnesses and injuries of the larynx.
Common conditions and pathologies addressed by laryngologists include vocal cord polyps, cysts, nodules, laryngeal cancer, spasmodic dysphonia, laryngopharyngeal reflux, papillomas, and voice misuse/abuse/overuse syndromes.
Famous laryngologists
- Sir George Duncan Gibb (1821-1876)
- Morrell Mackenzie (1837 - 1892)
- Felix Semon (1849-1921)
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