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genioglossus

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ge·ni·o·glos·sus (jn--glss)
n.
Either of a pair of lingual muscles with origin in the mandible, with insertion to the lingual fascia below the mucous membrane and epiglottis, with nerve supply from the hypoglossal nerve, and whose action depresses and protrudes the tongue.
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Surgical treatment options are plentiful; they include tonsillectomy with uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (tonsillectomy/UPPP), genioglossus advancement, hyoid suspension, palatal advancement or stiffening, and tracheostomy.
Respiratory complications following tonsillectomy/UPPP: is step-down ... by Bondy, Peter C. / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Some of these patients underwent genioglossus advancement and/or hyoid suspension.
Sleep-disordered breathing: A survey of otolaryngologic practice at ... by L., Katherine / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
Among the possible causes of upper airway obstruction are the posterior displacement of a normal-sized tongue secondary to micrognathia and/or retrognathia, the loss of support of the genioglossus muscle, and negative pressure in the pharynx during swallowing and inspiration.
Subperiosteal release of the floor of the mouth musculature in two ... by Rozelle, Arlene / Ear, Nose and Throat Journal
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