oropharynx

UK
/ˌɔːrəʊˈfærɪŋks/
US
/ˌɔrəˈfɛrɪŋks/

Translations

oropharynxnoun
oropharynges
pl
UK
/ˌɔːrəʊˈfærɪŋks/
US
/ˌɔrəˈfɛrɪŋks/
The doctor examined the oropharynx for signs of infection.
Врач осмотрел ротоглотку на наличие признаков инфекции.
Synonyms
oral pharynx
oropharyngeal region
middle pharynx
throat (oropharynx)

Definitions

oropharynxnoun
The part of the pharynx that lies between the soft palate and the upper edge of the epiglottis.
The doctor examined the patient's oropharynx to check for signs of infection.