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laryngectomy |
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- A laryngectomy is an operation to remove the larynx. The larynx, or voice box, is the organ that produces the sound that allows us to speak. It also prevents food from entering the air passage. |
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radical neck dissection |
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- A radical neck dissection is a procedure used to remove cancerous tumours from one side of the neck or upper airway. Almost all the lymph nodes and some of the muscles, tissues, veins, and nerves in this area are removed as well. |
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