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.
Also Known As:
Voice Prosthesis; Larynx, Artificial; Artificial Larynges; Laryngeal Prostheses; Larynges, Artificial; Prostheses, Laryngeal; Prostheses, Voice; Prosthesis, Laryngeal; Prosthesis, Voice; Voice Prostheses; Laryngeal Prosthesis