Nose, Nasal Cavities, Paranasal Sinuses Flashcards
1
Q
What is the lower, mobile part of the septum called?
A
Columella
2
Q
Through what structure do the branches of V2 enter the nasal cavity? What else enters through this?
A
The sphenopalatine foramen. The sphenopalatine artery also enters through this foramen.
3
Q
What is the bulbous opening to the nares called? What is the ridge called on the inside of the nose deep to the opening?
A
Vestibule is the opening; the limen nasi is the ridge.
4
Q
What are the side slopes of the nose called?
A
Ala
5
Q
What is the ostiomeatal unit?
A
The part of the middle meatus where frontal and maxillary sinuses and anterior & middle ethmoidal air cells drain.