pharynx
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7.9
- noun
- /ˈfɛrɪŋks/
- Specialized
:
faringe
- In our opinion, a single reflux event into the pharynx indicates extraesophageal reflux—that is, LPR.
- pharynx and larynx
- pharynx and esophagus
- reflux in the pharynx
Examples
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The nature of the larynx, pharynx, and upper airway makes them highly susceptible to reflux-induced injury.
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Adults who cannot tolerate indirect laryngoscopy should also undergo flexible endoscopy of the pharynx and larynx.
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The latter was ruled out in our patient because we found no connection to the pharynx.
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How many reflux events in the pharynx should be considered normal?
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At 2 weeks postoperatively, the pharynx has healed completely.
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Otherwise, pharyngitis might be missed in those patients who have few colonies of GABHS in their pharynx.
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The pouch opens into the pharynx in the region of the piriform sinus.
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Intubation proved difficult; however, the bronchoscope perforated the lower pharynx and esophagus.
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The myoclonus was characterized by rhythmic involuntary movement of the soft palate, uvula, pharynx, and larynx.
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The doctor examined her throat, noting that the infection was in the pharynx.
Synonyms
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The passage at the front of the neck that food and air pass through
How Extensive
- Specialized
3
3.4
- Specialized
14
4.6
- Specialized
1
7.9
- Specialized
4
4.2
72
1.0
Surface Forms
Etymology
The word pharynx comes from an old Greek word pharynx meaning 'throat' or 'gullet', so it names the muscular tube in the throat where food and air pass through.