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1
Q

Supraglottis consists of what structures?

A
Epiglottis
False vocal cords
Ventricles
Aryepiglottic folds
Arytenoids
2
Q

Glottis consists of what structures?

A

True vocal cords

Anterior commissure

3
Q

What is the lateral line of demarcation between supraglottis and glottis?

A

Apex of ventricles

4
Q

What is the demarcation between glottis and subglottis?

A

Subglottis extends from 5mm below free margin of vocal cord to inferior border of cricoid cartilage or 10mm below apex of ventricles

5
Q

Divide Larynx

A

Supraglottis
Glottis
Subglottis