This condition often results in a hoarse voice or even temporary voice loss. The larynx, located in the throat, houses the vocal cords—two folds of mucous membrane that vibrate to produce sound.

The hyoid bone is located above the area of the Adam's apple ... While not technically a part of the larynx, at the top, the two structures are very close. The hyoid provides an attachment site ...

"His doctor has confirmed that in addition to the damage to his vocal cords, he fractured his larynx which requires ongoing care." The note included a paragraph directly from Steven, which read ...