Corpus: Hyoepiglottic ligament
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Definition[Bearbeiten]
The ligamentum hyoepiglotticum is a short elastic band that connects the front of the epiglottis to the upper edge of the hyoid bone (os hyoideum). It pulls the epiglottis into an upright position.
Clinic[Bearbeiten]
The hyoepiglottic ligament is important during direct laryngoscopy with a Macintosh blade. The tip of the blade is inserted into the epiglottic vallecula and pulled forwards. As a result, the band also pulls the epiglottis forwards and thus provides a view of the inside of the larynx.