laryngeal web


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 [web] a tissue or membrane.laryngeal web a common congenital malformation of the larynx, ranging from a thin, translucent diaphragm to a thicker, more fibrotic obstruction (see atresia" >laryngeal atresia); it is spread between the vocal folds near the anterior commissure and may cause hoarseness, aphonia, and other symptoms.

laryngeal web

congenital anomaly consisting of mucous membrane-covered connective tissue between the vocal folds located ventrally and extending dorsally for varying distances; it causes airway obstruction and hoarse cry in the newborn.

la·ryn·ge·al web

(lă-rin'jē-ăl web) Congenital anomaly consisting of mucous membrane-covered connective tissue between the vocal cords located ventrally and extending dorsally for varying distances; it causes airway obstruction and hoarse cry in the newborn.