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cricoid [′krī‚kȯid] (anatomy) The signet-ring-shaped cartilage forming the base of the larynx in humans and most other mammals. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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A transverse cervical incision was made below the level of the cricoid cartilage. 4-cm soft-tissue mass arising from the posterior wall of the subglottis at the level of the cricoid cartilage. 5) The thyroid and cricoid cartilages ossify during early adulthood. |
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