tonsillar fossa
tonsillar bed
Between the plica triangularis and the surface of the palatine tonsils is a space known as the tonsillar fossa (or tonsillar sinus); in many cases, however, this sinus is obliterated by its walls becoming adherent.
| Tipo | Vessel |
| Sistema corporal | Respiratory |
| Estructura principal | anatomical space |
| Nombre latino | tonsillar bed |
| FMA ID | 55041 |
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the tonsillar fossa?
Between the plica triangularis and the surface of the palatine tonsils is a space known as the tonsillar fossa (or tonsillar sinus); in many cases, however, this sinus is obliterated by its walls becoming adherent.
What body system is the tonsillar fossa part of?
The tonsillar fossa is part of the Respiratory.
What is the Latin name for the tonsillar fossa?
The Latin name for the tonsillar fossa is tonsillar bed.
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Aviso médico
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