Anatomy L3

Question 1

Explain the clinical significance of retropharyngeal abscess

Answer 1

Its a deep tissue neck infection.
Its life- threatening infection due to the anatomic location and the potential for obstruction of the upper airway. - Common in young children

Question 2

Explain the contents of the wall of the Pharynx from inside outward.

Answer 2

Mucosa,
pharyngobasilar fascia,
muscles (outer circular, inner longitudinal),
Buccopharyngeal fascia