Fauces
Fauces
Fauces (pronunciation: /ˈfɔːsiːz/) is a term used in anatomy to refer to the region of the human body that connects the mouth to the pharynx.
Etymology
The term 'Fauces' is derived from the Latin word 'Faux', which means throat or gullet.
Definition
The Fauces is the constricted opening leading from the mouth and oral cavity into the pharynx. It is bounded by the soft palate and base of the tongue, laterally by the palatoglossal arches, and is continuous below with the laryngopharynx.
Related Terms
- Pharynx: The part of the throat behind the mouth and nasal cavity, and above the esophagus and larynx.
- Soft Palate: The soft part at the back of the roof of the mouth, marking the boundary between the mouth and the pharynx.
- Palatoglossal Arch: A fold of tissue that extends from the lateral side of the soft palate to the side of the base of the tongue.
- Laryngopharynx: The lower part of the pharynx, located behind the larynx, connecting the pharynx with the esophagus.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fauces
- Wikipedia's article - Fauces
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