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Nasopharynx

The top portion of the pharynx situated posterior to the nose and superior to the SOFT PALATE. The nasopharynx is the posterior extension of the nasal cavities and has a respiratory function.

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Tree Number(s): A04.623.557, A14.724.557

MeSH Unique ID: D009305

Entry Terms:

  • Nasopharynges
  • Nasopharynxes
  • Rhinopharynges
  • Rhinopharynx
  • Rhinopharynxes
  • Choanae

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