Halsstrukturen
Halsstrukturen, or throat structures, describes the anatomical components located in the head and neck that participate in breathing, swallowing and voice. The main parts are the pharynx, the larynx, and the esophagus, together with supporting elements such as the epiglottis, tonsils, and the mucosal lining.
The pharynx is a muscular tube behind the nasal and oral cavities, extending from the base of
The larynx sits in the anterior neck and contains the vocal cords within the glottis. It functions
The esophagus is a muscular tube that transports swallowed material to the stomach via peristalsis; upper and
Vascular supply comes from branches of the external carotid system, including the pharyngeal and tonsillar arteries,
Common conditions affecting halsstrukturen include pharyngitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis, and dysphagia; chronic reflux can affect the larynx;