Definition of cricothyroid in English:

cricothyroid

adjective ˌkrʌɪkə(ʊ)ˈθʌɪrɔɪd

Anatomy

Relating to the cricoid and thyroid cartilages.
Example sentencesExamples
- The surgeon identifies the anatomical landmarks (ie, thyroid notch, cricothyroid membrane, inferior margin of the cricoid cartilage) and marks them.
- It was almost certain, however, that the stenosis extended beyond the level of the cricothyroid membrane and probably below the level of a surgical tracheostomy.
- Finally, pressure on the cricothyroid membrane may help visualize the trachea and vocal chords.
- In addition to supplying the inferior constrictor muscle of the pharynx, the nerve may supply the cricothyroid muscle.
- Neck circumference was taken at the level of the cricothyroid membrane, waist circumference at the level of umbilicus, and hip circumference at the maximal girth level.

Origin

Mid 19th century: from Greek kriko- (combining form of krikos 'ring') + thyroid.

单词	cricothyroid
释义	Definition of cricothyroid in English: cricothyroid adjective ˌkrʌɪkə(ʊ)ˈθʌɪrɔɪd Anatomy Relating to the cricoid and thyroid cartilages. Example sentencesExamples The surgeon identifies the anatomical landmarks (ie, thyroid notch, cricothyroid membrane, inferior margin of the cricoid cartilage) and marks them. It was almost certain, however, that the stenosis extended beyond the level of the cricothyroid membrane and probably below the level of a surgical tracheostomy. Finally, pressure on the cricothyroid membrane may help visualize the trachea and vocal chords. In addition to supplying the inferior constrictor muscle of the pharynx, the nerve may supply the cricothyroid muscle. Neck circumference was taken at the level of the cricothyroid membrane, waist circumference at the level of umbilicus, and hip circumference at the maximal girth level. Origin Mid 19th century: from Greek kriko- (combining form of krikos 'ring') + thyroid.
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