Arytenoid Articular Surface Anatomy in 3D

The specific surface on the superior-posterior cricoid cartilage for the arytenoids. Precise movement at this joint is required for vocal cord abduction (breathing) and adduction (speaking).

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Related structures

Cricoid Cartilage Arytenoid Cartilage (Articular Surface) Thyroid Articular Surface Arytenoid Cartilage Arytenoid Cartilage (Anterolateral Surface) Arytenoid Cartilage (Apex) Arytenoid Cartilage (Base) Arytenoid Cartilage (Colliculus)