Bony, Cartilage, and Glandular Structures of the Neck Flashcards

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Hyoid Bone

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Most superior structure. Not visible, just know it is there.

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Thyroid Cartilage

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Second structure, landmarks the larynx, contains the “Adam’s Apple” feature- laryngeal prominence.

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Cricoid Cartilage

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Inferior to thyroid cartilage. Forms a complete ring of cartilage.

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4
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Trachea

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Below the cricoid cartilage.

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5
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Thyroid gland

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Forms a butterfly shape atop the trachea/crichoid cartilage.

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