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Embryology and Anatomy of the Oral Cavity and Pharynx

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Abstract

Objectives: To discuss the intricate embryology, anatomy, and postnatal development of the upper aerodigestive tract as it relates to deglutition

Methods: An overview of the development and structure of the oral cavity and pharynx with a focus on the function of swallowing is presented.

Results: Descriptions of the anatomy of the oral cavity and pharynx, including its mucosal folds, cartilages, muscle actions, and innervation, are presented. Embryology of the pharynx is reviewed. Postnatal development, associated anatomical changes, and their relationship to function are explored.

Conclusions: A detailed description of the embryology and anatomy of the oral cavity and pharynx provide the foundational information needed to understand the mechanics underpinning a functional swallow.

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Leder, S.B., Neubauer, P.D. (2016). Embryology and Anatomy of the Oral Cavity and Pharynx. In: The Yale Pharyngeal Residue Severity Rating Scale. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-29899-3_2

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