Laryngoscopy is when a doctor uses a special camera to look down the throat to see the voice box (larynx) and vocal cords. Ear, nose, and throat specialists (also called ENT doctors or otolaryngologists) do laryngoscopies. They can do: an indirect laryngoscopy: The doctor uses a small mirror and a light to examine the larynx and vocal cords.

Possible Complications. It’s rare to have problems after a laryngoscopy, but it can still happen. Some of these complications include: Pain or swelling in the mouth, tongue, or throat. Bleeding.