epiglottis Flashcards

1
Q

what surfaces does the epiglottis have? and what are they covered by?

A
  • laryngeal and lingual surface

- covered by stratified squamous non keratinized epith.

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2
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what happens at the post. surface of the epiglottis?

A

epithelium transforms to ciliated psudostratified columnar epit.

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3
Q

what is observed in the lamina propria?

A

scattered lymphocytes

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4
Q

how is the submucosa charecterized

A

by the presence of sero mucous glands

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5
Q

what supports the mucosa and submucosa?

A

fibro-elastic type cartilage

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6
Q

what is the cartilage pitted by?

A

small mucous glands which are often perforated by excretory ducts

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7
Q

what happens to the submucosa

A

merges with the perichondirum

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