Autolaryngoscope

/ˌɔːtəʊˈlærɪŋɡəskəʊp/ noun

Definition

A medical instrument that allows a person to examine their own larynx (voice box) using a mirror or optical system.

Etymology

From 'auto-' (self) + 'laryngo-' (larynx, from Greek 'larynx') + '-scope' (instrument for viewing). A specialized medical device combining self-examination capability with laryngeal viewing technology.

Kelly Says

Before flexible endoscopes, doctors needed contorted mirrors and steady hands—the autolaryngoscope let singers and speakers check their own vocal cords, making voice medicine more democratic.

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