Why do we snore? The anatomy of snoring

Описание: After completion of this video session, it is expected that you will be able to:
Identify the anatomical structures responsible for snoring including nasal septum, ala of the nose, turbinates, nasal septum, nasal mucosa, adenoids, tonsils, genioglossus, soft palate, uvula, pharyngeal muscles
Outline the muscles of the nose and the function they perform
Understand the role of nasal clips in opening the ala of the nose
Identify the role of deviated nasal septum in narrowing the airway passage
Discuss the role of the submucosal venous plexus in nasal blockage
Describe the attachment of genioglossus
Explain the reason why falling backwards of genioglossus results in airway obstruction
Outline the structure of the pharyngeal wall including the pharyngobasilar fascia and the three constrictor muscles.
Describe the internal features of the nasopharynx and oropharynx
Identify the components of Waldeyer’s ring
Explain why the nasopharynx is kept patent
Explain why air does not pass into the esophagus and is directed only into the larynx
Explain the functional significance of presence of cartilages in the upper airway passages like the larynx, trachea and bronchi

Presented and edited by Dr. Akram Jaffar, Ph.D.

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