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epiglottis [GB ˌɛpɪˈɡlɒtɪs, Am ˌɛpəˈɡlɑdəs] SUBST

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It is found in the epiglottis (part of the larynx) and the pinnae (the external ear flaps of many mammals including humans).

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The vestibular fold is formed by the vestibular ligament extending from lateral walls of epiglottis to arytenoid cartilage covered with mucous membrane.

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The epiglottis may be active, contacting the pharynx, or passive, being contacted by the aryepiglottal folds.

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A laryngoscopic examination of both brothers revealed swelling of the vocal cords, and a malformed epiglottis.

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In the human body the automatic temporary closing of the epiglottis is controlled by the swallowing reflex.

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Infection can cause the epiglottis to obstruct or completely close off the windpipe.

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Horses are unable to breathe through the mouth as the free apex of the rostral epiglottis lies dorsal to the soft palate in a normal horse.

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Similarly, only mammals possess a true epiglottis, although a flap of non-cartilagenous mucosa is found in a similar position in many other groups.

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These might be called epiglottalized, since the primary constriction is at the tip of the epiglottis.

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The epiglottis functions to guard the entrance of the glottis, the opening between the vocal folds.

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