Retropharynx

noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    The posterior part of the pharynx. no-plural

    "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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"Because they stimulate the retropharynx and promote gagging, oral airways must not be used in alert patients or in those with intact gag reflexes."

Etymology

From retro- + pharynx.

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