Anatomy of the Larynx and Cervical Trachea

Anatomy of the Larynx UPMC larynx The larynx or voice box serves to permit speech and allow air to pass into the lungs while blocking food and drink from entering larynx The larynx is located within the anterior aspect of the neck, anterior to the inferior portion of the pharynx and superior to the trachea

larynx Midline sagittal cross-sectional illustration of the larynx demonstrating laryngeal cartilages, ligaments, and membranes (Courtesy of Joel Floyd, Jr, MA, CMI,