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  • == Middle Pharyngeal Constrictor Muscle == ...ill explore the anatomy, function, and clinical significance of the middle pharyngeal constrictor muscle.
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  • ...arynx]]. The hypopharyngeal eminence is formed from the third and fourth [[pharyngeal arches]]. ...butes to the formation of the [[stylopharyngeus]] muscle, while the fourth pharyngeal arch contributes to the formation of the [[thyrohyoid muscle]] and the [[cr
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  • ...ted with the embryonic development of the [[Pharyngeal arches|branchial or pharyngeal arches]], which are a series of bony and muscular structures that give rise ...nation, [[ultrasound]], and sometimes [[Fine-needle aspiration|fine-needle aspiration]]. [[MRI]] and [[CT scan]] can provide additional details about the size, l
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  • ...''', is a technique used during [[endotracheal intubation]] to prevent the aspiration of gastric contents into the lungs. It involves applying pressure on the cr ...preventing the regurgitation of stomach contents and reducing the risk of aspiration pneumonia. By applying pressure on the cricoid cartilage, the esophagus is
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  • ...e [[stomach]]. Swallowing occurs in three main stages: the oral phase, the pharyngeal phase, and the esophageal phase, each involving specific mechanisms and ref ==Pharyngeal Phase==
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  • ...), [[regurgitation]] (undigested food that is not acidic), [[coughing]], [[aspiration]], and [[weight loss]]. ...caused by increased pressure in the [[hypopharynx]] and a weakness in the pharyngeal wall. This pressure can be due to a variety of factors, including [[age]],
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  • ...uscle disease. People with OPDM present with progressive eye and throat ([[pharyngeal]]) problems and involvement of the muscles of the lower legs and arms. * People with OPDM present with progressive eye and throat ([[pharyngeal]]) problems and involvement of the muscles of the lower legs and arms.
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  • ...ucosa, which can collect food and cause dysphagia, bad breath, and risk of aspiration. It is also indicated in cases of cricopharyngeal [[spasm]], [[achalasia]] ...s on the patient's specific condition, the presence of other esophageal or pharyngeal abnormalities, and the surgeon's expertise.
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  • ...ieving symptoms and reducing the risk of complications such as vomiting or aspiration. ==Nasal and Pharyngeal Irritation==
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  • ...omer, which is designed to create a non-inflatable, anatomical seal of the pharyngeal, laryngeal, and perilaryngeal structures. * Patients with a high risk of aspiration
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  • ...y of life, leading to complications such as malnutrition, dehydration, and aspiration pneumonia. * Frequent [[Pneumonia|pneumonia]] due to aspiration
    3 KB (430 words) - 02:49, 28 March 2024
  • ...ing solid food), but progressive vocal cord weakness eventually leads to [[aspiration]]. * [[Aspiration]]
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  • ...gia can lead to various complications, including nutritional deficiencies, aspiration pneumonia, and growth retardation. Early diagnosis and intervention are cru
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  • Killian's Triangle is the anatomic area between the inferior pharyngeal constrictor and the cricopharyngeus muscle where Zenker's diverticulum typi ...reated, Zenker's diverticulum can lead to significant morbidity, including aspiration pneumonia, weight loss, and malnutrition.
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  • * Pharyngeal edema ...s recent or prolonged [[intubation]], [[tracheostomy]], prior history of [[aspiration]], [[dysphagia]], or any other conditions that may alter gag and cough refl
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  • * [[Percutaneous epididymal sperm aspiration]] * [[Pharyngeal cancer]]
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  • * [[PAIR (puncture-aspiration-injection-reaspiration)]] * [[Percutaneous epididymal sperm aspiration]]
    62 KB (5,263 words) - 06:28, 28 August 2022
  • * '''[[acid aspiration syndrome]]''' * '''[[Aspiration syndromes]]'''
    129 KB (17,733 words) - 17:47, 19 March 2024
  • *'''[[77010]]''' - [[fetal]] and [[newborn aspiration]], [[unspecified]]. *'''[[77011]]''' - [[meconium aspiration without respiratory symptoms]].
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  • * '''[[Pharyngeal Diseases]]''' * '''[[Pharyngeal Muscles]]'''
    94 KB (11,917 words) - 03:45, 10 March 2024

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