Laryngopharynx

Question 1

At what levels does the laryngopharynx lie?

Answer 1

C3-C6 then extend down to continue as the esophagus

Question 2

What is the superior boundary of the laryngopharynx

Answer 2

Superior Border of the Epiglottis

Question 3

What is the inferior boundary of the laryngopharynx?

Answer 3

Lower boarder of the cricoid cartilage where it joins with the esophagus

Question 4

What is the anterior boundary of the laryngopharynx?

Answer 4

the posterior surface of the larynx

Question 5

What is the posterior boundary of the laryngopharynx?

Answer 5

Posterior wall of the pharynx

Question 6

What is the opening into teh layrnx that is found within the laryngopharynx?

Answer 6

Laryngeal inlet

Question 7

What are the boarders of the laryngeal inlet?

Answer 7

Lateral: Aryepiglottic Folds
Inferior: Interarytenoid Notch

Question 8

What is the recess in the anterior wall of the laryngopharynx located on either side of the laryngeal inlet?

Answer 8

Pisifom Fossa

Question 9

T/F: foreign objects often become lodged in the pisifom fossa.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What is the clinical significance of a deep pisiform fossa?

Answer 10

Food participial can become stuck there, causing halitosis (bad breath)