esophagopharyngolaryngectomy en · NOUN
Etymology
From esophago- + pharyngo- + laryng- + -ectomy.
Meanings
- A major surgical procedure in which the esophagus, pharynx, and larynx are removed, typically performed to treat advanced cancers involving these connected structures, and requiring reconstruction of a new pathway for breathing, swallowing, and nutrition.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| esophagopharyngolaryngectomies | Number=Plur | lexicographic |