Anatomi Faring

Pharynx
Overview
 Nasopharynx
Throat
Located behind the nose,
above the soft palate
(Pharynx)
Contains adenoids
(pharyngeal tonsils)
Eustachian tube opens
during swallowing to
equalize pressure within
the middle ear
Oropharynx
Located behind the mouth,
below the nasopharynx
Shared passageway for
breathing and swallowing
Contains palatine tonsils,
which guard the body
against microorganisms
Laryngopharynx
Extends from base of
tongue to the esophagus
Critical dividing point
where solids are separated
from air Named according to
Divides larynx from
esophagus location
Pharyngeal Muscle
Muscle
of
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