noun
- the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders of the larynx and related structures
Usage: medical field; also called otolaryngology when combined with ear and nose specialties
Examples
- She decided to specialize in laryngology after observing throat surgeries during her medical rotation.
- The laryngology clinic treats patients with voice disorders and swallowing difficulties.
- A laryngology specialist examined the patient's vocal cords using an endoscope.
- He pursued laryngology because he was interested in helping singers and public speakers with voice problems.
- The hospital's laryngology department is equipped with advanced diagnostic imaging tools.