Intro to Deglutition & the Pharyngeal Constrictors [OINAs]

Intro to Deglutition & the Pharyngeal Constrictors [OINAs]

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The video tutorial explains the process of deglutition, or swallowing, focusing on the anatomy and function of the pharynx and related muscles. It covers the role of the soft palate in preventing food from entering the nasopharynx, the function of pharyngeal constrictor muscles in moving food through the pharynx, and the anatomy of the larynx and esophagus. The tutorial also details the innervation and blood supply of these muscles, emphasizing the coordinated action required for effective swallowing.

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