Arytenoid cartilage

Arytenoid cartilage
The cartilages of the larynx seen from behind
Details
Precursor4th and 6th pharyngeal arch
Part ofLarynx
ArticulationsCricoid cartilage
Identifiers
Latincartilagines arytenoideae
MeSHD001193
TA98A06.2.04.001
TA2983
FMA55109
Anatomical terminology

The arytenoid cartilages (/ærɪˈtnɔɪd/) are a pair of small three-sided pyramids which form part of the larynx. They are the site of attachment of the vocal cords. Each is pyramidal or ladle-shaped and has three surfaces, a base, and an apex. The arytenoid cartilages allow for movement of the vocal cords by articulating with the cricoid cartilage. They may be affected by arthritis, dislocations, or sclerosis.