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Swallowing Anatomy
Nasal, oral, and pharyngeal anatomy associated with swallowing and with FEES exams
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Speech-Language Pathology
Graduate
06/20/2026
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Term
Nasal Turbinate
 Definition
Bony fold/shelf in the nasal cavity
Term
Velum
 Definition
Muscular structure that lifts to close against the posterior pharyngeal wall
Term
Epiglottis
 Definition
leaf-like cartilage structure that folds down posteriorly to cover and protect the airway during swallowing
Term
Nasal Turbinate
 Definition
Bony fold/shelf in the nasal cavity
Term
Velum
 Definition
Muscular structure that lifts to close against the posterior pharyngeal wall
Term
Epiglottis
 Definition
leaf-like cartilage structure that folds down posteriorly to cover and protect the airway during swallowing
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Aeryepiglottic fold
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 Definition
Vocal Fold
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