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Preferred term

Hypopharynx  

Type

  • Topical Descriptor

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Entry terms

  • Hypopharynges
  • Hypopharynxes
  • Laryngopharynges
  • Laryngopharynx
  • Laryngopharynxes

Note

  • inflammation: coordinate IM with PHARYNGITIS (IM)

Scope note

  • The bottom portion of the pharynx situated below the OROPHARYNX and posterior to the LARYNX. The hypopharynx communicates with the larynx through the laryngeal inlet, and is also called laryngopharynx.

History note

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http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D007013

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