Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, 21st Edition

pharyngopalatine arch

The posterior pillar of the fauces; one of two folds of mucous membrane extending from the soft palate to the sides of the pharynx.
The palatine tonsil lies in the front of the pharyngopalatine and behind the palatoglossal arch.
SYN: palatopharyngeal arch

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pharyngopalatine arch
Last updated: June 23, 2009
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