Laryngeal vestibule
The laryngeal vestibule is the part of the laryngeal cavity lying between the laryngeal inlet and vocal folds.
Gross anatomy
It is found within the supraglottis. It has a wedge-shaped cross-section, its base lying anteriorly, with its apex tapering posteriorly.
Relations
- anterior: tubercle of the epiglottis
- posterior: arytenoid cartilages
- lateral: aryepiglottic folds
- superior: laryngeal inlet
- inferior: vocal folds
Contents
- false vocal cords
- entrance to the laryngeal ventricles
