Larynx, Artificial

**Definition:** A device, activated electronically or by expired pulmonary air, which simulates laryngeal activity and enables a laryngectomized person to speak. Examples of the pneumatic mechanical device are the Tokyo and Van Hunen artificial larynges. Electronic devices include the Western Electric electrolarynx, Tait oral vibrator, Cooper-Rand electrolarynx and the Ticchioni pipe.

**Tree numbers:** - E07.695.450 - E07.858.082.595

**Synonyms:** - Laryngeal Prosthesis - Artificial Larynges - Artificial Larynx