Arytenoid cartilage
Part of the larynx, to which the vocal folds (vocal cords) are attached / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The arytenoid cartilages (/ærɪˈtiːnɔɪd/) are a pair of small three-sided pyramids which form part of the larynx. They are the site of attachment of the vocal cords. Each is pyramidal or ladle-shaped and has three surfaces, a base, and an apex. The arytenoid cartilages allow for movement of the vocal cords by articulating with the cricoid cartilage. They may be affected by arthritis, dislocations, or sclerosis.
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Arytenoid cartilage | |
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Details | |
Precursor | 4th and 6th pharyngeal arch |
Part of | Larynx |
Articulations | Cricoid cartilage |
Identifiers | |
Latin | cartilagines arytenoideae |
MeSH | D001193 |
TA98 | A06.2.04.001 |
TA2 | 983 |
FMA | 55109 |
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