A technique for producing speech after surgical removal of the larynx (see laryngectomy). Air is trapped in the oesophagus and is gradually expelled while the tongue, palate, and lips form distinguishable sounds.
Oesophageal speech |
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Oesophageal speech |
A technique for producing speech after surgical removal of the larynx (see laryngectomy). Air is trapped in the oesophagus and is gradually expelled while the tongue, palate, and lips form distinguishable sounds. |
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