Arytenoid (Noun)
Meaning
Either of two small cartilages at the back of the larynx to which the vocal folds are attached.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The arytenoid cartilages are two small, pyramid-shaped pieces of cartilage that play a crucial role in speech and respiration by moving the vocal folds to modify pitch and volume.
- Damage to the arytenoid cartilage can lead to breathing difficulties, voice changes, and other serious respiratory problems.
- The vocal folds are attached to the arytenoid cartilages by means of the arytenoid muscles, which contract and relax to open and close the glottis.
- The laryngoscope allowed the doctor to get a clear view of the arytenoid cartilages and the surrounding tissue to make a proper diagnosis.
- In order to diagnose the vocal cord lesion, the ENT specialist performed a thorough examination of the arytenoid cartilages and the surrounding area.