The Pattern of Ossification in the Laryngeal Cartilages: A Radiological Study

TLDR

The study describes the pattern of ossification within laryngeal cartilages and discusses its clinical implications. The authors analyzed 516 unselected neck radiographs to map laryngeal ossification, noting sites that may resemble foreign bodies. Ossification patterns were identified, including specific sites that could be mistaken for foreign bodies. References 1–3.

Abstract

1. A series of 516 unselected radiographs of the neck was analysed from the standpoint of laryngeal ossification. 2. The pattern of ossification within the laryngeal cartilages is described and its implications discussed. 3. Sites of ossification likely to be confused with a foreign body are indicated and the special patterns of ossification in these sites are considered.