What does retropharynx mean?
Retropharynx means (anatomy) The posterior part of the pharynx..
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Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
(anatomy) The posterior part of the pharynx..
Because they stimulate the retropharynx and promote gagging, oral airways must not be used in alert patients or in those with intact gag reflexes.
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Retropharynx means (anatomy) The posterior part of the pharynx..
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Because they stimulate the retropharynx and promote gagging, oral airways must not be used in alert patients or in those with intact gag reflexes.
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