Inferior horn of thyroid cartilage

Inferior horn of thyroid cartilage

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Latin = cornu inferius cartilaginis thyroideae
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Caption = The cartilages of the larynx. Posterior view.


Caption2 = The ligaments of the larynx. Antero-lateral view.
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The inferior horn of thyroid cartilage is short and thick; it is directed downward, with a slight inclination forward and medialward, and presents, on the medial side of its tip, a small oval articular facet for articulation with the side of the cricoid cartilage.


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