7 Pharynx
STUDY AIMS
At the end of your study, you should be able to:
Know the general anatomy of the pharynx
Describe the anatomy of the nasopharynx
Describe the anatomy of the oropharynx
Describe the anatomy of the laryngopharynx
Know the muscles of the pharynx
Know the vascular supply and lymphatic drainage of the pharynx
Understand the innervation of the pharynx
Outline the process of swallowing