1. Plural of laryngectomy; surgical procedures in which the larynx (voice box) is partially or completely removed, typically to treat laryngeal cancer.
Usage: Medical/surgical term; Plural form

Examples

• The hospital performed several laryngectomies last year to treat advanced throat cancer.
• Patients who undergo laryngectomies often require speech therapy to learn alternative communication methods.
• Modern laryngectomies are sometimes combined with radiation therapy for better outcomes.
• The surgeon explained the risks and benefits of laryngectomies to the patient before the procedure.
• Support groups help people who have had laryngectomies adjust to life without a natural voice.