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Laryngectomy

Description

Laryngectomy refers to the surgical removal of the larynx, commonly known as the voice box. It is a medical procedure typically performed to treat conditions such as laryngeal cancer, severe injury to the larynx, or other conditions that hinder normal vocal function.

Sample Sentences

1. After undergoing a laryngectomy, John had to learn alternative ways to communicate without his vocal cords.
2. The laryngectomy surgery was successful in removing the tumor from the patient's larynx.
3. People who have had a laryngectomy often use electronic devices to produce speech.

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