rima glottidis (Meaning)
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rima glottidis (n)
the space between the two true vocal folds
Synonyms & Antonyms of rima glottidis
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rima glottidis Sentence Examples
- The larynx contains the rima glottidis, the opening between the vocal folds.
- The rima glottidis is narrowed during phonation, producing sound.
- Paralysis of the laryngeal muscles can lead to a widened rima glottidis.
- The rima glottidis is surrounded by the thyroid cartilage.
- A narrowed rima glottidis can cause difficulty breathing.
- Visualization of the rima glottidis is essential during laryngoscopy.
- The rima glottidis acts as a valve, regulating airflow into the lungs.
- Hoarseness can be caused by an inflammation of the rima glottidis.
- The size and shape of the rima glottidis vary depending on vocal pitch.
- Some surgical procedures involve enlarging or reshaping the rima glottidis to improve breathing or voice quality.
FAQs About the word rima glottidis
the space between the two true vocal folds
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The larynx contains the rima glottidis, the opening between the vocal folds.
The rima glottidis is narrowed during phonation, producing sound.
Paralysis of the laryngeal muscles can lead to a widened rima glottidis.
The rima glottidis is surrounded by the thyroid cartilage.
