8 Thyroid Gland and Larynx
STUDY AIMS
At the end of your study, you should be able to:
Know the general anatomy of the larynx
Describe the cartilaginous skeleton of the larynx
Describe the membranes of the larynx
Know the internal anatomy of the larynx
List the intrinsic and extrinsic muscles of the larynx and their function
Describe the arterial supply, venous and lymphatic drainage, and innervation of the larynx
Describe the structure of the thyroid gland
Describe the structure of the parathyroid glands