Laryngismus

Struphuvudspasm

Svensk definition

Kramper i struphuvudet.

Engelsk definition

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.

Svenska synonymer

Laryngospasm

Engelska synonymer

Laryngospasm Laryngospasms Laryngeal Spasm Laryngeal Spasms Spasm, Laryngeal Spasms, Laryngeal