Anatomy of larynx A review
Journal: Otolaryngology online journal (Vol.5, No. 15)Publication Date: 2015-03-05
Authors : Balasubramanian Thiagarajan;
Page : 1-12
Keywords : Anatomy of larynx; vocal folds; cricoid cartilage; thyroid cartilage;
Abstract
This article attempts to review anatomical aspects of larynx from a surgeon’s perspective. Anatomically larynx is designed to protect the lower air way from oropharyngeal secretions. Vocalisation happens to be the beneficial offshoot of its pro-tective function.
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