Laryngismus

**Definition:** A disorder in which the adductor muscles of the VOCAL CORDS exhibit increased activity leading to laryngeal spasm. Laryngismus causes closure of the VOCAL FOLDS and airflow obstruction during inspiration.

**Tree numbers:** - C08.360.895.500 - C08.618.980.500 - C09.400.895.500

**Synonyms:** - Laryngeal Spasm - Laryngospasm