The salpingopharyngeus originates from the cartilage portion of the Eustatian tube and inserts into the muscular layer of the pharynx. This small muscle lifts the pharynx and helps open the eustachian tube during swallowing. The lower end of the eustachian tube opens during swallowing to allow air to flow into the middle ear and equalize the air pressure on both sides of the tympanic membrane. The salpingopharyngeus is innervated by the pharyngeal plexus of nerves. Research Salpingopharyngeus
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