Head And Neck

Killian-Jamieson Diverticulum: A Rare Cause Of Dysphagia Write a short note on Killian’s dehiscence and pharyngeal diverticulum. Answer. There is a small, triangular region in the lower part of the posterior wall of the pharynx (the junctional region between the thyropharyngeus and cricopharyngeus), which is not covered by muscles. This weak area is termed Killian’s … [Read more...] about Killian-Jamieson Diverticulum: A Rare Cause Of Dysphagia

Eustachian Tube - Structure And Functions Briefly describe the pharyngotympanic tube/auditory tube/eustachian tube. Answer. Pharyngotympanic Tube General description It is a funnel-shaped osseocartilaginous tube that connects the middle ear cavity (tympanum) with the nasopharynx. It is about 4 cm (36 mm) long. It is directed downwards, forward, and medially. … [Read more...] about Eustachian Tube – Structure And Functions

Hard Palate: Anatomy & Function Briefly discuss the hard palate. Answer. It is a bony partition between nasal and oral cavities. Hard Soft Palate Hard Palate Formation Anterior two-third of the hard palate is formed by the palatine processes of the maxillae. The posterior one-third of the hard palate is formed by horizontal plates of the palatine … [Read more...] about Hard Palate: Anatomy & Function

Soft Palate: Anatomical Diagram, Function, And Injuries Describe the soft palate in brief. Answer. It is a movable, muscular flap suspended from the posterior border of the hard palate. It separates the nasopharynx from the oropharynx. Muscles of the soft palate Palate has five pairs of muscles: Tensor palati Levator palate Musculus uvulae Palatoglossus … [Read more...] about Soft Palate: Anatomical Diagram, Function, And Injuries

Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate: Causes & Treatment Describe development and congenital anomalies of palate. Answer. Congenital anomalies of palate Development The primary palate, the small triangular anterior part opposite incisor teeth (i.e. premaxilla), develops from the frontons process (strictly speaking from the intermaxillary segment formed by the fusion of … [Read more...] about Cleft Lip & Cleft Palate: Causes & Treatment