Related MeSH Hierarchy (4)
Anatomy [A] » Tissues [A10] » Lymphoid Tissue » Palatine Tonsil
Anatomy [A] » Stomatognathic System [A14] » Pharynx » Oropharynx » Palatine Tonsil
Anatomy [A] » Hemic and Immune Systems [A15] » Immune System » Lymphatic System » Lymphoid Tissue » Palatine Tonsil
Anatomy [A] » Respiratory System [A04] » Pharynx » Oropharynx » Palatine Tonsil
Description
A round-to-oval mass of lymphoid tissue embedded in the lateral wall of the PHARYNX. There is one on each side of the oropharynx in the fauces between the anterior and posterior pillars of the SOFT PALATE. MeSH
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