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Larynx Part 2 - Slide 6

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Inferior (stained) and middle pharyngeal constrictor as seen
from behind.

Note that the inferior most fibers course horizontally. These constitute the cricopharyngeus muscle which functions as a pseudoglottis in esophageal speech.

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Larynx 2 - Slide 6

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