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Larynx Atresia
Definition 1
A congenital malformation of the larynx in which there is failure of recanalization of the laryngotracheal tube during gestation. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
Laryngeal atresia is a congenital failure of the laryngeal opening to develop, resulting in partial or total obstruction at or just above or below the glottis. (NICHD)
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