Glottis is part of larynx containing vocal folds and rima glottidis. Located at center of larynx, connecting throat to lungs. Epiglottis is cartilage above glottis protecting windpipe during swallowing
The larynx is located in the neck, situated below the pharynx. It serves as both a protective airway and a sound production organ. The larynx consists of cartilaginous skeleton, muscles, and mucosal lining
Vocal cord paresis is injury to recurrent laryngeal nerves controlling laryngeal muscles. Can result from congenital conditions, infections, tumors, or trauma. Most common cause is recurrent laryngeal nerve damage
Vocal folds are horizontal bands in larynx, forming 'V' shape. Women's folds are 12.5-17.5mm, men's 17-25mm in length. Located horizontally across trachea opening