The glottis and subglottis: an otolaryngologist's perspective.

The complexity of the glottic and subglottic region in terms of anatomy and function make this region challenging in evaluation and treatment. A thorough understanding of the complex anatomy is necessary for the management of patients who have dysphonia, vocal fold paralysis, glottic or subglottic stenosis, or complications, which may present after prolonged intubation or surgical interventions in the upper airway and the thorax.