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What is tracheorrhagia?
rupture of the trachea
Is tracheorrhaphy the rupture of the trachea?
No, tracheorrhaphy is not the rupture of the trachea; rather, it is a surgical procedure that involves the repair of a tracheal injury or defect. The term "tracheorrhaphy" specifically refers to the suturing or stitching of the trachea to restore its integrity. A rupture of the trachea would require such a procedure for treatment.
True or false the trachea branches into the bronchi?
True
The trachea branches into the bronchi.?
Yes.
What two branches split the trachea?
BRonchi True
True or false the cilia and mucus in the trachea sweep upward moving the mucus toward the nose where it is sneezed out?
True
The cilia and mucus in the trachea sweep upward moving the mucus toward the nose where it is sneezed out true or false?
True. The cilia in the trachea sweep mucus upward, where it is then transported to the back of the throat and eventually swallowed or coughed out. If there is an excess amount that reaches the nose, it can trigger a sneeze reflex to expel it.
Is it true that trachea filters dust?
No - the hairs inside the nose filter out dust - it's essentially what 'bogies' are made of !
What is the medical terminology for rupture of the eardrum?
Tympanorrhexis is rupture of the eardrum.
True or false The epithelium at the trachea level is simple squamous?
False. The epithelium at the trachea level is typically pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium, which helps to filter and moisten the air as it passes through the respiratory tract.
Plural and singular for trachea?
The singular for trachea is "trachea". The plural is "tracheae".
Is the thyroid part of the lymphatic system?
No, the trachea is part of the respiratory system.
