A pneumatic artificial larynx popularized in Hong Kong.
The 'Taiwan tube' is an inexpensive pneumatic artificial larynx made in Taiwan. The device, which is a tracheo-oral shunt containing a resonator, is popular with laryngectomees in Hong Kong. This paper reports its use and describes its working dynamics which compare favourably with those of other forms of voice restoration.
Chalstrey
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Department of Surgery, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, N.T.
Bleach
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Cheung
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van Hasselt
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D006723:Hong Kong; D006801:Humans; D007825:Laryngectomy; D007831:Larynx, Artificial; D008875:Middle Aged; D013068:Speech Production Measurement; D014833:Voice Quality