Paranasal
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Paranasal
Paranasal (pronunciation: /ˌpærəˈneɪzəl/) refers to the structures adjacent or near the nose. The term is often used in the context of the paranasal sinuses, which are air-filled spaces located within the bones of the skull and face.
Etymology
The term "paranasal" is derived from the Greek words "para" (beside) and "nasal" (pertaining to the nose).
Related Terms
- Nasal cavity: The large air-filled space above and behind the nose in the middle of the face.
- Sinusitis: Inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining the sinuses.
- Rhinitis: Inflammation and swelling of the mucous membrane of the nose.
- Nasal polyps: Noncancerous growths in the lining of the nasal passage or sinuses.
- Ethmoid sinus: One of the four pairs of paranasal sinuses, located between the eyes.
- Maxillary sinus: The largest of the paranasal sinuses, located under the eyes in the maxillary bones.
- Frontal sinus: Located in the frontal bone, above the eyes.
- Sphenoid sinus: Located in the sphenoid bone, behind the nasal cavity.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Paranasal
- Wikipedia's article - Paranasal
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