Glottic stenosis is a narrowing of the larynx at the level of the vocal cords, or glottis. Stenosis in this area of the larynx can be caused by scarring, webbing, or fibrosis and usually involves the posterior glottis. Learn about about glottic stenosis from eMedicine.
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Glottic stenosis is a narrowing of the larynx at the level of the vocal cords, or glottis. Stenosis in this area of the larynx can be caused by scarring, webbing, or fibrosis and usually involves the posterior glottis. Learn about about glottic stenosis from eMedicine.
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