title: Paralysis of the larynx and pharynx.
abstract: Widespread neurologic dysfunction of the pharynx and larynx is catastrophic. Aspiration pneumonitis, resulting from laryngeal and pharyngeal incompetence, is incompatible with life. In such cases, surgical intervention plays a key role and may be clearly life-saving. A system of surgical management has evolved based upon an understanding of functional priorities, leading to an organized plan of treatment and rehabilitation.
mesh_terms: D003680:Deglutition Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007441:Intubation, Gastrointestinal; D007830:Larynx / Q000601:surgery; D008722:Methods; D010243:Paralysis / Q000601:surgery*; D010608:Pharyngeal Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D014140:Tracheotomy; D014630:Vagus Nerve; D014826:Vocal Cord Paralysis / Q000601:surgery*; D014827:Vocal Cords / Q000601:surgery