The OR for the risk of developing LC in patients with high LAC levels was 10.301 (6.859–15.471; p < 0.05) compared to those with low levels, and the adjusted OR was 11.474 (95% CI, 7.268–18.114; p < 0.05; Figures 4, 5). Here, LCT is linked to laryngotracheoesophageal cleft.