The Journal of laryngology and otology.
Publisher:
Headley Brothers,. Cambridge : Cambridge University Press
Frequency: Monthly
Country: England
Language: English
Start Year:1921 -
ISSN:
0022-2151 (Print)
1748-5460 (Electronic)
0022-2151 (Linking)
1748-5460 (Electronic)
0022-2151 (Linking)
Impact Factor
1.7
2022
| NLM ID: | 8706896 |
| (DNLM): | J27460000(s) |
| (OCoLC): | 01754643 |
| Coden: | JLOTAX |
| LCCN: | sn 79004680 |
| Classification: | W1 JO736 |
Moffett’s muted mules: the science of laryngology in the art of war. Mules and other equine species have been used in warfare for thousands of years to transport goods and supplies. Mules are known for 'braying', which is disadvantageous in warfare operations. This article explores the fascinating development of surgical techniques to stop military mules from braying, with particular emphasis on the key role played by the otolaryngologist Arthur James Moffett in devoicing the mules of the second Chindit expedition of World War II. Methods: The PubMed database (1900-2017) and Google search engine were used to identify articles related to devoicing mules in the m...