Describe the general structure, and functions of the larynx
Describe the cartilages and membranes of the larynx
there are 3 main large cartilages and 4 main small cartilages of the larynx,
all of these cartilages are made out of hyaline cartillage apart from the epiglottis cartillage which is made up of elastic cartillage
| Large cartillage | Small Cartillage |
|---|---|
| Epiglottis | corniculate |
| Thyroid | cunieform |
| Cricoid | Triticeal |
| NA | Arytenoid |
the extrinsic muscles
Describe the actions of the intrinsic muscles of the larynx
Describe (briefly) the neurovascular supply of the larynx
Discuss the clinical conditions that may affect the larynx, particularly in relation to nerve lesions
The following muscles control the upwards movement of the larynx
Mylohyoid
Stylohyoid