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30 Οκτ 2023 · This article will discuss the major anatomical structures and the main functions of the larynx. It will also outline the blood supply, innervation and lymphatic drainage of the larynx as well as a clinical application and an interesting fact.
- Esophagus
The esophagus (oesophagus) is a 25 cm long fibromuscular...
- Esophagus
In this section, you will examine the anatomy and functions of the three main organs of the upper alimentary canal—the mouth, pharynx, and esophagus—as well as three associated accessory organs—the tongue, salivary glands, and teeth.
30 Αυγ 2023 · The esophagus (oesophagus) is a 25 cm long fibromuscular tube extending from the pharynx (C6 level) to the stomach (T11 level). It consists of muscles that run both longitudinally and circularly, entering into the abdominal cavity via the right crus of the diaphragm at the level of the tenth thoracic vertebrae.
1 Μαΐ 2023 · The esophagus is a muscular channel that carries food from the pharynx to the stomach. It starts with the upper esophageal sphincter, formed in part by the cricopharyngeus muscle, and ends with the lower esophageal sphincter, surrounded by the crural diaphragm. When food enters the mouth, it mixes with saliva.
16 Μαΐ 2006 · Introduction. The larynx serves three important functions in humans. In order of functional priority, they are protective, respiratory, and phonatory. A sound understanding of these functional...
3 ημέρες πριν · The larynx is a short, epithelium-lined tube formed by nine pieces of cartilage and several ligaments that bind them together. It is located along the body's midline in the neck region deep to the skin and the muscles of the neck and anterior to the esophagus and cervical vertebrae.
30 Οκτ 2023 · Overview. To understand swallowing, we must first understand the digestive process. Recall that the digestive system is made up of organs that can be classified into two groups, the alimentary canal (or gastrointestinal tract), and accessory digestive organs. All of these organs have a particular function, and work together to process food.
