Thyroid Cartilage (Superior Horn) Anatomy in 3D

A "Fang" on the Adam's Apple. It is a landmark for the "Superior Laryngeal Nerve"; if this nerve is damaged during thyroid surgery, the patient will lose their "High Pitch" voice and won't be able to sing or shout.

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