Medical Subject Headings

Last uploaded: January 16, 2025
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D004825
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D004825
Preferred Name

Epiglottis

Definitions
A thin leaf-shaped cartilage that is covered with LARYNGEAL MUCOSA and situated posterior to the root of the tongue and HYOID BONE. During swallowing, the epiglottis folds back over the larynx inlet thus prevents foods from entering the airway.
Synonyms
Cartilage, Epiglottic
Epiglottic Cartilage
Epiglottic Cartilages
Cartilages, Epiglottic
Type http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
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