Use of the Rabbit Larynx in an Excised Larynx Setup

Objective To modify the excised larynx bench apparatus to accommodate experiments with rabbit larynges. Study Design Methodological study using ex vivo rabbit larynges. Methods Rabbit larynges (n=5) were dissected and mounted on a custom-made phonatory apparatus. The arytenoids were adducted by rods, and humidified air was passed through the larynx to elicit vocal fold vibration. Acoustic, aerodynamic, electroglottographic (EGG), and...