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Human Pharynx

  • nasopharynx - upper nasal part of the pharynx is the uppermost part of the pharynx.
  • oropharynx - middle oral part of the pharynx extends from the uvula to the level of the hyoid bone.
  • laryngopharynx - lower part of the pharynx extends from the level of the hyoid bone to the lower level of the cricoid cartilage.

Reference

Image source: modified from NIH Seer Training website SEER Training Modules].

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current09:07, 25 August 2009Thumbnail for version as of 09:07, 25 August 2009434 × 340 (13 KB)S8600021 (talk | contribs)Pharynx cartoon Image source: modified from NIH Seer Training website