laryngeal cancer

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Definition of laryngeal cancer in English English dictionary

Malignant tumour of the larynx. The larynx is affected by both benign and malignant tumours. Squamous-cell carcinoma, the most common laryngeal malignancy, is associated with smoking and alcohol consumption; it is more common in men. Prolonged hoarseness without pain is the major symptom and should always be investigated. Radiation therapy or surgery may be used to treat tumours

Hyphenation

lar·yn·ge·al can·cer

Turkish pronunciation

lırînciıl känsır

Pronunciation

/lərˈənʤēəl ˈkansər/ /lɜrˈɪnʤiːəl ˈkænsɜr/