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laryngopharynx /la·ryn·go·phar·ynx/ (-far´inks) the portion of the pharynx below the upper edge of the epiglottis, opening into the larynx and esophagus.laryngopharyn´geal
laryngopharynx [lering′gōfer′ingks] Etymology: Gk, larynx + pharynx, throat, one of the three regions of the throat, extending from the hyoid bone to the esophagus.Compare nasopharynx, oropharynx. laryngopharyngeal [lering′-gōferin′jē·əl] , adj. laryngopharynx [lah-ring″go-far´ingks] the portion of the pharynx below the upper edge of the epiglottis, opening into the larynx and esophagus.
laryngopharynx (l n the inferior portion of the pharynx, which extends from the corner of the hyoid bone or the vestibule of the larynx to the inferior border of the cricoid cartilage.
laryngopharynx the caudal portion of the pharynx opening into the larynx and esophagus. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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