Laryngeal cleft [Supplementary Concept]
A congenital abnormality characterized by an opening between the larynx and esophagus, allowing aspiration of food and liquids into the lungs. OMIM: 215800
Date introduced: August 25, 2010
MeSH Unique ID: C537875
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Entry Terms:
- Posterior laryngeal cleft (PLC)
- Anterior submucous laryngeal cleft
- Congenital laryngeal clefts