An attack of paralysis of the abductor, or spasm of the adductor, muscles of the larynx with dyspnea and noisy respiration, occurring in tabetic neurosyphilis. ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
Type: Term Definitions: 1. an attack of paralysis or spasm of the abductor muscles of the larynx with dyspnea and noisy respiration, occurring in tabetic neurosyphilis.