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valleculae

Meanings
  • noun

    A small depression or indentation in an anatomical structure, especially in the wall of the pharynx leading to the esophagus.

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vallecula , valleculae , vallecular
Etymology
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From Latin vallecula, diminutive of valle meaning 'valley'.

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  1. Valleculae are important in the process of deglutition, or swallowing.

  2. Valleculae contain sensory receptors that help detect the presence of food in the pharynx.

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  1. pharynx: The musculo-osseous tube that extends from the base of the skull to the level of the sixth thoracic vertebra, forming part of the respiratory and digestive tracts.

  2. esophagus: A muscular tube that runs from the pharynx to the stomach, used for transporting food from the mouth to the stomach.

How to Memorize "valleculae"

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    - Imagine a small indentation or depression in the wall of the pharynx, leading to the esophagus.

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  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Valley of the Pharynx' to remember the meaning of valleculae.

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