trachealis
http://purl.obolibrary.org/obo/UBERON_0006680
A smooth muscle tissue that bridges the gap between free ends of C-shaped cartilages at the posterior border of the trachea, adjacent to the esophagus. A primary function of the trachealis is to constrict the windpipe, allowing for higher velocity of air in the windpipe during coughing[WP, modified]. [ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trachealis_muscle ]
Synonyms: tracheal muscle, trachealis muscle
Term info
- Wikipedia:Trachealis_muscle
- SCTID:197333002
- EMAPA:19193
- FMA:7466
uberon
UBERON:0006680
Trachealis