laryngoptosis

laryngoptosis

 [lah-ring″go-to´sis] a lowering and mobilization of the larynx, as sometimes seen in the aged.

la·ryn·go·pto·sis

(lă-ring'gō-tō'sis), An abnormally low position of the larynx, which may be congenital or acquired; does not impair the health of the neonate. Some degree of laryngoptosis occurs with aging. [laryngo- + G. ptōsis, a falling]

la·ryn·gop·to·sis

(lă-ring'gop-tō'sis) An abnormally low position of the larynx; may occur as a normal variant at birth or with aging. [laryngo- + G. ptōsis, a falling]