{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"Glossary","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary","author_name":"Glossary","author_url":"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/author\/adminglossary\/","title":"Laryngoscope - Definition of Laryngoscope","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"ZrhPiuAzC4\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/laryngoscope\/\">Laryngoscope<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/laryngoscope\/embed\/#?secret=ZrhPiuAzC4\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#8220;Laryngoscope&#8221; &#8212; Glossary\" data-secret=\"ZrhPiuAzC4\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script>\n\/*! This file is auto-generated *\/\n!function(d,l){\"use strict\";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&\"undefined\"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!\/[^a-zA-Z0-9]\/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret=\"'+t.secret+'\"]'),c=new RegExp(\"^https?:$\",\"i\"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display=\"none\";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute(\"style\"),\"height\"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):\"link\"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute(\"src\")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener(\"message\",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener(\"DOMContentLoaded\",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll(\"iframe.wp-embedded-content\"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute(\"data-secret\"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+=\"#?secret=\"+t,e.setAttribute(\"data-secret\",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:\"ready\",secret:t},\"*\")},!1)))}(window,document);\n\/\/# sourceURL=https:\/\/www.healthbenefitstimes.com\/glossary\/wp-includes\/js\/wp-embed.min.js\n<\/script>\n","description":"An instrument for directly visualizing the larynx and its related structures.An instrument for examining the inside of the larynx using a light and mirrors.An instrument used to visualize the larynx.An instrument for examining the larynx. There are several types, the simplest consisting of a curved blunt metal blade, used to press the tongue out of the line of vision, and a small light to illuminate the field.Examination of the larynx may be performed indirectly with use of a laryngeal mirror, or directly by use of a laryngoscope a type of endoscope. The direct examination is usually performed under general anaesthetic.An instrument consisting of a blade and a fiberoptic light source, used to examine the larynx (e.g., during endotracheal intubation).A diagnostic tool employed to inspect the internal structures of the larynx is referred to as a laryngoscope. This specialized instrument allows healthcare professionals to visualize and evaluate the intricate details of the larynx, aiding in the diagnosis and assessment of various conditions affecting this vital organ. By utilizing a laryngoscope, medical experts can gain valuable insights into the health and functioning of the larynx, facilitating accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans.A surgical tool with a long handle and a mirror, used to inspect the interior of the larynx by placing it at the back of the throat."}