CA0H.3
Oedema of larynx
Edema da laringe
CategoryDefinition
Laryngeal oedema is oedema (accumulation of fluid) which may occur for example in asaryepiglottic folds, epiglottis, the arytenoid region or submucosal of the subglottic region. It may occur due to anaphylaxis, angioneurotic oedema, larynx infection, foreign body or substance, or injury.
Exclusions
- oedematous laryngitis
- laryngitis: acute obstructive [croup]
Index Terms
Oedema of larynxlaryngeal oedemaGlottic oedemaSubglottic oedemaSupraglottic oedema